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SUPfm The International Stand Up Paddle Board Podcast
We talk with guests about fitness, technique and any SUP subject geared to help and inspire across all skill and experience levels and give you what you need to get the most out of your stand-up paddleboard experience. We cover all disciplines from SUP adventure and SUP surfing to down-winding and we discuss issues affecting stand-up paddleboarders globally. Our mission is to help you get on your board more, move your paddling onto the next level and increase the physical and mental health benefits for everyone who has embraced this vibrant water-sport world-wide. If you have a story to tell, or would like to share your stoke then DM us on Instagram @supfmpodcast
- 142 - 10th Anniversary Edition - Racing, Adventure & What Comes Next - With SUPjunkie
What happens when the interviewer becomes the interviewee?
In this special anniversary episode, Sarah flips the format and sits down with Simon to reflect on 10 years of SUPfm — the conversations, lessons, and unexpected moments that have shaped the show.
Featuring clips from past guests including Michael Booth, Rylee Walker, Wallace J. Nichols, the SUP Vets and others, this episode explores the evolution of the podcast and SUP, the power of community, and what keeps people coming back to the water.
It’s a reflective, honest look at what the podcast has uncovered from elite performance to adventure, recovery, mental health, and belonging.
In this episode, we cover:
- How SUPfm started — and what’s changed over 138 episodesThe most essential lessons from world-class paddlersWhy community sits at the heart of paddleboardingThe emotional moments that shaped the showWhat the future might hold for SUP and SUPfm
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Mentioned in this episode:
FlowForce Paddles from Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative FlowForce Paddle, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with FlowForce from Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
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Mon, 23 Feb 2026 - 1h 44min - 141 - A Year on the Water - The SUPfm Podcast's 2025 Annual Review with Sarah Thornley
It's been quite a year on the water. From thrilling race finishes to emotional farewells, this episode marks SUPfm’s review of 2025 with reflection, gratitude, and a look to the future.
Simon and Sarah “SUPJunkie” Thornley come together and are joined by familiar voices from across the paddling world, including British paddler Emily King, endurance powerhouse Tanja Ecker, SUP adventurer John McFazean, and an exclusive “on-the-ground” report direct from our reporter at Last Paddler Standing 2025.
We look back on the highs and the lows that defined the SUP year — including world championship triumphs and record-breaking ultras and the sad closure of SUPMagUK and The Paddler magazines.
In this episode, we discuss:
• The highlights from the 2025 ISA and ICF World Championships
• The rise of endurance and ultra-distance paddle challenges
• Insights from Tanja Ecker and from Last Paddler Standing 2025
• Reflections on the legacy of SUPMagUK and The Paddler
• A forward look at SUP’s 2032 Olympic future
We didn't have a chance to cover the results of the Sprint finals of the ISA soe here they are:
Women's ISA Sprint
1) Mariecarmen Rivera
2) Alba Alonso
3) Cecilia Pampinella
Men's ISA Sprint
1) Christian Anderson
2) Ethan Bry
3) Sergio Cantoral
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Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water
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£37£10It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
FlowForce Paddles from Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative FlowForce Paddle, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with FlowForce from Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Paddle UK and ICF World Cup 2026
Book now to take part in 2026's most exciting racing event as the ICF World Cup hits the beautiful waters of Torbay between June 24th and 28th, combining with the PaddleUK Super Festival Book before the end of December 2025 for discounted entry
Starboard
We want to thank our lead sponsor Starboard for supporting this season of the SUPfm Podcast Whether you're a seasoned racer, an adventurous explorer, or a beginner, Starboard has the perfect board for you. Choose Starboard for unparalleled quality and performance across all levels of paddleboarding
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 - 1h 41min - 140 - Into the Great Bear – Norm Hann’s Adventures on Canada’s Wild Coast
What happens when you trade a safe and secure teaching career, for a life on the wild side.
We sit down with Norm Hann, Canadian expedition paddler, guide, and educator — known for his work in the Great Bear Rainforest and for pioneering multi-day SUP expeditions on Canada’s wild coast.
Norm shares his remarkable transformation from a classroom teacher in Ontario to a wilderness guide and advocate for the Great Bear Rainforest. From being adopted into the Raven Clan in Hartley Bay to shaping the early days of stand-up paddleboarding, Norm’s story is about courage, connection, and following your calling.
In this episode, Norm shares:
How leaving a secure career opened the door to purpose and adventureWhat makes the Great Bear Rainforest one of the planet’s most magical placesHow his adoption into the Raven Clan shaped his identity and outlookThe origins of his pioneering SUP expeditions on Canada’s west coastWatch the movie Stand for free here
** Pardon the audio gremlins in the first ten minutes of the episode! **
Connect with Norm Hann:
Website – https://www.normhann.com
Join Norm in the Maldives or on other expeditions here
Instagram – @normhann
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode with someone who’d love it!
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AND subscribe to our newsletterhere and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life
Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water
Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition
£37£10It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Paddle UK and ICF World Cup 2026
Book now to take part in 2026's most exciting racing event as the ICF World Cup hits the beautiful waters of Torbay between June 24th and 28th, combining with the PaddleUK Super Festival Book before the end of December 2025 for discounted entry
FlowForce Paddles from Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative FlowForce Paddle, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with FlowForce from Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Starboard
We want to thank our lead sponsor Starboard for supporting this season of the SUPfm Podcast Whether you're a seasoned racer, an adventurous explorer, or a beginner, Starboard has the perfect board for you. Choose Starboard for unparalleled quality and performance across all levels of paddleboarding
Mon, 08 Dec 2025 - 1h 53min - 139 - The SUPfm Podcast Book Club 2025 – With Dan Rubinstein
Need some inspiration for your next paddling read — or a gift for the paddler in your life? The annual SUPfm Book Club brings together stories and reflections shaped by water, nature, and people who find meaning in both.
Simon is joined by returning journalist and author Dan Rubinstein, whose celebrated book Waterborne explores the transformative power of paddling, connection, and blue space.
In this episode, Simon and Dan reflect on a carefully chosen collection of books that explore our human relationship with water and nature.
From Tristan Gooley’s quiet lessons in observation, to Jo Moseley’s joyful journeys, each title offers something different — insight, wonder, or emotional depth — for every kind of paddler and reader.
Whether you’re looking for a personal read or the perfect gift, this episode will guide you through a shelf’s worth of inspiration that celebrates water as teacher, mirror, and muse.
In this episode, we discuss:
The Hidden Seasons by Tristan Gooley — how tuning into subtle seasonal shifts deepens our time outdoorsIt’s Only Drowning by David Litt — confronting loss and renewal through immersion in the element itselfWater Borne — Dan Rubinstein’s reflections on identity, connection, and what paddling teaches us about ourselvesLife Map to Mongolia - Overcoming the Odds- Rosemary Sales' 2025 paddle expedition into the isolated Mongolian SteppesRowed Trip - Colin and Julie AngusLost in Mongolia - Colin Angus, Ian MulgrewIs a River Alive? by Robert Macfarlane — exploring the boundaries of science, poetry, and spiritualityAdventures on the Waterby Jo Moseley — a celebration of joy, courage, and community through SUPTheory of Water by Leanne Betasamosake Simpson — an Indigenous perspective on flow, language, and resilienceDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode with someone who’d love it!
Keep up with SUPfm:
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on Instagram: @supfmpodcast
on YouTube : @supfmpodcast
AND subscribe to our newsletterhere and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life
Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water
Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition
£37£10It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Paddle UK and ICF World Cup 2026
Book now to take part in 2026's most exciting racing event as the ICF World Cup hits the beautiful waters of Torbay between June 24th and 28th, combining with the PaddleUK Super Festival Book before the end of December 2025 for discounted entry
FlowForce Paddles from Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative FlowForce Paddle, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with FlowForce from Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Starboard
We want to thank our lead sponsor Starboard for supporting this season of the SUPfm Podcast Whether you're a seasoned racer, an adventurous explorer, or a beginner, Starboard has the perfect board for you. Choose Starboard for unparalleled quality and performance across all levels of paddleboarding
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 - 1h 03min - 138 - Paddling in the Land of Genghis Khan: An Expedition Down Mongolia’s Hidden Rivers
What does it take to paddle through one of the world’s most remote landscapes — where eagles soar, nomads wave from the riverbank, and adventure begins the moment you leave the city?
In this episode, Simon reconnects with Matt Phillips (last heard from in our Amazon Adventure episode) to relive his latest expedition through Mongolia shared with Phil from Canoe Safaris New Zealand .
From river rapids and remote nomadic encounters to frozen mornings and bacon-fuelled lunches, Matt shares a raw, funny, and inspiring diary of what it means to chase wilderness in its truest form.
In this episode, Matt shares:
The inspiration and plan behind an off-grid Mongolian paddle expeditionEncounters with nomads, wildlife, and the vast isolation of the steppeThe joys and chaos of river life — from rainstorms to lumpy teaLessons in adaptability, curiosity, and staying open to the unknownConnect with Matt
Website – MattPhillipsOutdoors.com
Instagram – @matt.phillips.outdoors
Connect with Phil
Website : Canoe Safaris New Zealand
Instagram : @canoesafarisnz
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode with someone who’d love it!
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on Instagram: @supfmpodcast
on YouTube : @supfmpodcast
AND subscribe to our newsletterhere and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life
Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water
Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition
£37£10It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Starboard
We want to thank our lead sponsor Starboard for supporting this season of the SUPfm Podcast Whether you're a seasoned racer, an adventurous explorer, or a beginner, Starboard has the perfect board for you. Choose Starboard for unparalleled quality and performance across all levels of paddleboarding
Paddle UK and ICF World Cup 2026
Book now to take part in 2026's most exciting racing event as the ICF World Cup hits the beautiful waters of Torbay between June 24th and 28th, combining with the PaddleUK Super Festival Book before the end of December 2025 for discounted entry
FlowForce Paddles from Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative FlowForce Paddle, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with FlowForce from Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Mon, 24 Nov 2025 - 53min - 137 - Mental Performance in SUP: Building an Elite Mindset with Kirsty MacMillan
What if the key to paddling better isn’t more training — but better thinking?
We sit down with Kirsty MacMillan, Paddle Monster Coach coach and founder of MacMillan Elite Mindset, who helps athletes at all levels to unlock their potential by strengthening the mental side of performance.
In this fascinating conversation, Kirsty shares how she discovered SUP ten years ago, developed her competitive edge, and turned that passion into a career helping paddlers improve their mental game. From visualization and awareness to focus and emotional regulation, Kirsty explains how mindset drives performance — both on the water and in life.
In this episode, Kirsty shares:
How a surf lesson gone sideways led to a lifelong SUP obsessionWhy the mental domain drives every aspect of performanceSeven key mental skills every paddler can developThe science behind visualization and remaining calm under pressureHow to use “Well–Better–How” to turn every race into growthThe difference between fixed and growth mindsets — and why it mattersConnect with Kirsty MacMillan
At macmillanelitemindset.comOn InstagramOn YouTube On FacebookDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode with someone who’d love it!
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on YouTube : @supfmpodcast
AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life
Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water
Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition
£37£10It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Starboard
We want to thank our lead sponsor Starboard for supporting this season of the SUPfm Podcast Whether you're a seasoned racer, an adventurous explorer, or a beginner, Starboard has the perfect board for you. Choose Starboard for unparalleled quality and performance across all levels of paddleboarding
FlowForce Paddles from Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative FlowForce Paddle, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with FlowForce from Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Paddle UK and ICF World Cup 2026
Book now to take part in 2026's most exciting racing event as the ICF World Cup hits the beautiful waters of Torbay between June 24th and 28th, combining with the PaddleUK Super Festival Book before the end of December 2025 for discounted entry
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 - 1h 18min - 136 - SUP News Update : Wollen's SUPer Festival 2025 / SUP Connect Awards / Charlie Head /
We'll be back with our regular episodes later in the year, but this mid-season update covers the upcoming Wollens Super Festival, the winners of the 16th annual SUP Connect Awards, a historic solo crossing by adventurer Charlie Head, and a monumental fundraising cycle journey by Stuart McLean in memory of his wife, Dr. Julia Hamilton.
Book for the Wollens Super Festival 2025
The festival takes place on September 6th and 7th in Torquay,with events at Tor Abbey Sands and in the harbour.Events: The weekend showcases a variety of competitions including sprint, technical, distance, and prone racing. The popular SUP polo tournament will also be making a return, watch last year's footage here.For Everyone: If racing isn't your interest, Aqua Paddle is hosting a free 5K event at 8:00 AM on Saturday, September 6th. There are events for all levels, from first-time paddlers to seasoned competitors.Special Offers: Junior Paddle UK members have the opportunity to compete in selected races for free.How to Follow: All the action will be broadcast on a live feed on the SUP Junkie UK Facebook page right hereSUP Connect Awards
The winners of the 16th annual SUP Connect Awards were announced on August 10th.
Man of the Year: Michael Booth was recognized for his consistent excellence and his mentoring of athletes.Woman of the Year: Espe Barreras from Spain won for her dominance in competition and her commitment to the sport.Grom of the Year: 16-year-old Soryn Preston received this year's award.Industry Awards: Red Paddle Co. was named Brand of the Year, and EasySUP SUPStore in the Netherlands was named Shop of the Year.Sales Rep of the Year: Alistair Duncan of Red Paddle Co. was recognized for his professionalism and dedication.Charlie Head's Shetland to Orkney Crossing
British adventurer Charlie Head completed a historic first solo stand-up paddleboard crossing from Shetland to Orkney, a journey of over 100 miles across the open ocean.The crossing was a fundraiser for Sea Shepherd to support marine conservation. Support Sea Shepherd hereWe found his epic Amazon adventureon Red Bull TV, it's a great watch!Stuart McLean's Le Jog Cycle Challenge
On August 21st, 2025, paddler Stuart McLean and his friend Gavin began the "Le Jog" cycle challenge, riding from Lands End to John O'Groats.The ride is in memory of Stuart’s wife, Dr. Julia Hamilton, a fellow paddleboarder who tragically lost her life in a paddleboarding accident last year.Stuart is using the journey to raise awareness and urge paddlers on rivers or tidal waters to switch from ankle leashes to quick-release waist belts.Stuart is raising funds for the Vine Trust, a charity Julia was heavily involved with. The money will support the charity's medical work in Tanzania and establish a grant fund in Julia's name and you can donate hereKeep up with SUPfm Podcast:
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AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life
Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water
Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37)
It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Wed, 03 Sep 2025 - 10min - 135 - Beyond the Basics: Larry Cain on Training Smarter for SUP Racing
In this episode of the SUPfm Podcast, we sit down with Larry Cain, Olympic gold medallist, renowned paddle coach, and co-founder of Paddle Monster, known for elevating paddlers at every level with world-class coaching and grounded technique.
Join us as we discuss the mindset, mechanics, and methods that help intermediate SUP racers building on the foundations to unlock speed, endurance, and consistency.
In this conversation, Larry shares elite-level insights made accessible, including:
The two-phase paddle stroke, and why unloading is just as important as loadingHow to train your nervous system and cadence to sharpen power without losing connectionThe four pillars of high performance: technique, aerobic fitness, strength + power, and mental resilienceWe also dive into video analysis, interval structuring, and how to stay out of the overtraining trap, plus Larry’s advice on when it’s time to train in a gym—and when the jungle gym will do just fine.
Whether you're a weekend racer hungry for results or a seasoned paddler looking to refine form and build speed, this episode offers world-class coaching wisdom from one of the sport’s most trusted voices.
Get more from Larry at the new PaddleMonster website
Connect with Larry on social media:
Instagram - Larry Caine Canoe
Instagram- Paddle Monster
Paddle Monster is a global community for paddlers training for fitness, competition, or both.
They connect paddlers so they can meet up at events, share rides, buy, sell, or borrow gear, and support each other through weekly workouts, races, and paddle adventures.
Members also get access to hundreds of exclusive videos and articles on technique, training, and strategy—plus challenges like our 100/100, starting July 9th.
If you want more structure, you can add coaching, nutrition counseling, mental performance training, or 1-on-1 technique analysis from experts like Larry Cain, Travis Grant, Victoria Burgess, and Kirsty MacMillan.
No matter who your coach is, it's a great place to train, learn, and connect.
If you haven’t checked out Paddle Monster in a while, this is a completely new platform and website—it’s a huge upgrade.
Join at: https://paddle-monster.mn.co/
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode with someone who’d love it.
Keep up with SUPfm:
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on Instagram: @supfmpodcast
AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life
Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water
Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (
£37) £10It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Starboard
We want to thank our lead sponsor Starboard for supporting this season of the SUPfm Podcast Whether you're a seasoned racer, an adventurous explorer, or a beginner, Starboard has the perfect board for you. Choose Starboard for unparalleled quality and performance across all levels of paddleboarding
FlowForce Paddles from Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative FlowForce Paddle, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with FlowForce from Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Paddle UK
Paddle UK is the governing body for SUP in the UK and this year was awarded the ICF World Cup in 2026 in Torbay Come and join us in 2026 and also at the 2025 Super Festival event in Torbay to get ready for the 'big' one next year
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 - 1h 24min - 134 - Physical Preparation for Racing : Larry Cain's Guide for SUP Beginners
This week we sit down with Larry Cain, Olympic gold medalist, legendary coach, and the force behind Paddle Monster, known for elevating paddlers of all levels with their world-class coaching.
Join us as we explore the critical role of coaching for beginners, and why establishing proper technique from day one can fast-track your progress and prevent years of unlearning bad habits.
In this conversation, Larry shares insights drawn from decades of elite competition and coaching, including:
The six essential principles of effective SUP techniqueWhy land-based drills are an underrated superpowerHow to build technique, fitness, and strength in balance—without overcomplicating thingsWe also dive into the importance of nervous system imprinting, training the body for movement efficiency, and the best off-water ways to stay paddle-fit in the off-season.
Larry breaks down beginner misconceptions and shows how you can learn the most by doing the least—if you focus on the right fundamentals.
Whether you’re just starting out, looking to race, or ready to move better, faster, and smarter, this episode offers invaluable takeaways, practical exercises, and mindset shifts from one of SUP’s wisest coaches.
Larry can be found at the new PaddleMonster website
Connect with Larry on social media:
Instagram - Larry Caine Canoe
Instagram- Paddle Monster
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode with someone who’d love it.
Paddle Monster is a global community for paddlers training for fitness, competition, or both.
They connect paddlers so they can meet up at events, share rides, buy, sell, or borrow gear, and support each other through weekly workouts, races, and paddle adventures.
Members also get access to hundreds of exclusive videos and articles on technique, training, and strategy—plus challenges like our 100/100, starting July 9th.
If you want more structure, you can add coaching, nutrition counseling, mental performance training, or 1-on-1 technique analysis from experts like Larry Cain, Travis Grant, Victoria Burgess, and Kirsty MacMillan.
No matter who your coach is, it's a great place to train, learn, and connect.
If you haven’t checked out Paddle Monster in a while, this is a completely new platform and website—it’s a huge upgrade.
Join at: https://paddle-monster.mn.co/
Keep up with SUPfm:
on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast
on Instagram: @supfmpodcast
AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life
Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water
Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37)
It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
FlowForce Paddles from Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative FlowForce Paddle, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with FlowForce from Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Paddle UK
Paddle UK is the governing body for SUP in the UK and this year was awarded the ICF World Cup in 2026 in Torbay Come and join us in 2026 and also at the 2025 Super Festival event in Torbay to get ready for the 'big' one next year
Starboard
We want to thank our lead sponsor Starboard for supporting this season of the SUPfm Podcast Whether you're a seasoned racer, an adventurous explorer, or a beginner, Starboard has the perfect board for you. Choose Starboard for unparalleled quality and performance across all levels of paddleboarding
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 - 53min - 133 - The 'How To' Guide to SUP Racing - Part One
Have you ever wondered if SUP racing is for you?
In the first of three special 'How To' episodes, we sit down to pull out the hows and the why of stand-up paddleboard racing with Sarah “SUP Junkie” Thornely, former GB national champion, and popular choice winner of the 2024 SUP Connect Woman of the Year award, recognized for her tireless work championing SUP racing.
Whether you’re an aspiring racer, a recreational paddler looking for a new challenge, or simply SUP-curious, this episode offers the actionable insights, encouragement, and stories that will inspire you to get on the start line—no matter where you’re starting from.
We’re also joined by Brett, founder of Aqua Paddle, a groundbreaking initiative making SUP racing accessible to all and by Lizzie and Suzannewho both took part in their first ever paddle race earlier this year.
We explore what it takes to dip into the world of SUP racing for the first time—whether you’re a seasoned athlete looking for a new challenge, a recreational paddler seeking a fresh goal, or a total newcomer curious about competition.
Sarah shares unique insights and personal stories from her own journey as a “level three” beginner—someone with little competitive or paddling experience—who discovered her competitive spark at her very first race.
She offers practical advice for overcoming nerves, choosing your first event, and finding your place in the supportive SUP community.
Specific topics include:
The three types of beginner racers and how to identify your starting pointSarah’s first race experience and the unexpected joy of discovering her competitive sideThe importance of community, support, and just “taking the plunge”We also dive into Brett’s inspiring work with Aqua Paddle—a “Parkrun for paddlers”—which offers free, timed 5K paddles for all abilities and crafts. Brett discusses:
The mission to improve water safety and mental health through accessible eventsHow Aqua Paddle’s tech-driven approach makes participation easy and welcomingThe essentials you need to join your first event, and how to sign upThe SUPjunkie website: SUPjunkie
Connect with Sarah on social media:
FacebookInstagramYouTubeLearn more about Aqua Paddle: Aqua Paddle
Connect with Aqua Paddle:
FacebookInstagramYouTubeConnect with Susannah
Connect with Lizzie
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode with someone who’d love it!
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or Youtube: @supfmpodcast
AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life
Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water
Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (
£37) £10It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
FlowForce Paddles from Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative FlowForce Paddle, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with FlowForce from Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Paddle UK
Paddle UK is the governing body for SUP in the UK and this year was awarded the ICF World Cup in 2026 in Torbay Come and join us in 2026 and also at the 2025 Super Festival event in Torbay to get ready for the 'big' one next year
Starboard
We want to thank our lead sponsor Starboard for supporting this season of the SUPfm Podcast Whether you're a seasoned racer, an adventurous explorer, or a beginner, Starboard has the perfect board for you. Choose Starboard for unparalleled quality and performance across all levels of paddleboarding
Mon, 23 Jun 2025 - 1h 07min - 132 - Water Borne: A 1200 mile Adventure into the Healing Power of Water- With Dan Rubinstein
In this episode of the SUPfm podcast, we sit down with Dan Rubinstein, journalist, and the author of Water Borne, a powerful new book chronicling his 1,200-mile inland paddleboarding journey through Canada and the US.
We explore the intersection of adventure, environment, and human connection, tracing Dan’s remarkable route from Ottawa to Montreal, down to New York, and back to Toronto via the Erie Canal—by stand-up paddleboard.
In this conversation, Dan shares:
How a summer rental turned into a passion for SUP and a whole new way of seeing waterThe logistics, challenges, and mindset behind planning and completing a months-long solo expeditionDeep insights into how blue space—access to water—benefits mental, physical, and community healthWe dive into Water Borne, the book born from this journey, and explore its deeper stories: indigenous paddling communities, urban river revitalisation, environmental justice, and the healing power of water in a divided world.
Through Dan’s eyes, paddleboarding becomes not just a sport, but a way to connect with place, people, and purpose.
Whether you’re an inland paddler, a curious adventurer, or someone seeking meaning through movement, this episode offers a rich layer of storytelling, practical wisdom, and quiet inspiration.
Water Bourne is available - Buy here
All other links to buy Waterborne
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Mentioned in this episode:
Starboard
We want to thank our lead sponsor Starboard for supporting this season of the SUPfm Podcast Whether you're a seasoned racer, an adventurous explorer, or a beginner, Starboard has the perfect board for you. Choose Starboard for unparalleled quality and performance across all levels of paddleboarding
Paddle UK
Paddle UK is the governing body for SUP in the UK and this year was awarded the ICF World Cup in 2026 in Torbay Come and join us in 2026 and also at the 2025 Super Festival event in Torbay to get ready for the 'big' one next year
FlowForce Paddles from Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative FlowForce Paddle, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with FlowForce from Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Mon, 16 Jun 2025 - 1h 34min - 130 - How Courage Crosses Oceans: One Woman’s Stand-Up Paddle for CF Awareness- With Rylee Walker
This season marks the 10th anniversary of this show and in this kick off episode, we sit down with Rylee Walker, a passionate cystic fibrosis advocate, endurance paddler, and intern at the Piper’s Angels Foundation, known for her unwavering determination and her upcoming documentary Against All Odds.
We explore Rylee’s transformational journey—from being diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at just three months old, to training for one of the world’s most extreme paddle challenges: The Crossing for Cystic Fibrosis, an 82-mile open-ocean event from Bimini, Bahamas to Florida.
Rylee uses the innovative slitted paddle by Oscar Propulsion to help her cross the Gulf Stream
In this conversation, Rylee shares profound personal stories and her hard-won insights, including:
Living with cystic fibrosis and redefining it as a source of strength rather than limitationTraining and mental preparation for an overnight endurance race across the Gulf StreamHow community and purpose drive her to conquer fear and embrace life with courageWe discuss her upcoming solo attempt at The Crossing in 2025, and her crowdfunded documentary, which will make her the first woman with CF to both achieve and document such a feat. Through this, Rylee hopes to inspire others to challenge assumptions and live fully, no matter the odds facing you.
Whether you’re an aspiring adventurer, navigating your own challenges, or simply drawn to stories of grit and purpose, this episode offers the raw inspiration, courageous vulnerability, and the kind of positive energy whichstays with you long after listening.
Trailer for 'Against All Odds' Documentary
Pipers Angels Foundation website
Connect with Rylee on social media:
• Instagram – HERE
• Facebook - HERE
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Mentioned in this episode:
FlowForce Paddles from Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative FlowForce Paddle, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with FlowForce from Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Paddle UK
Paddle UK is the governing body for SUP in the UK and this year was awarded the ICF World Cup in 2026 in Torbay Come and join us in 2026 and also at the 2025 Super Festival event in Torbay to get ready for the 'big' one next year
Starboard
We want to thank our lead sponsor Starboard for supporting this season of the SUPfm Podcast Whether you're a seasoned racer, an adventurous explorer, or a beginner, Starboard has the perfect board for you. Choose Starboard for unparalleled quality and performance across all levels of paddleboarding
Mon, 09 Jun 2025 - 58min - 129 - Season Eight - Trailer
We're back soon with a cracking new season in our 10th year!
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Thank you to this season's sponsors:
Starboard, Oscar Propulsion and PaddleUK
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 - 02min - 128 - Emergency Podcast: ICF World Cup Announcement
This week I'm joined by Sarah 'SUPJunkie' Thornely and others in a special 'LIVE' emergency episode following the announcement of a number of new events by the ICF, including the award of a World Cup event to Torbay, Devon in 2026.
We talk to the man central to the bid, Brendon Prince as well as guests including racers and brands reacting to this epic news for the UK SUP community.
We also talk about Cystic Fibrosis sufferer Rylee Walker's return to complete the Crossing for Cystic Fibrosis this year, and her attempt through kickstarter to raise money for the production of a documentary recording her attempt.
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See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Starboard - Our Lead Show Sponsor
We want to thank our lead sponsor Starboard for supporting this season of the SUPfm Podcast Whether you're a seasoned racer, an adventurous explorer, or a beginner, Starboard has the perfect board for you. Choose Starboard for unparalleled quality and performance across all levels of paddleboarding
Wed, 19 Mar 2025 - 1h 16min - 127 - Paddling Under The Midnight Sun: A SUP Journey Down the Yukon River with Barbara and Gunter
In this episode we find out how two ski guides from Austria paddled 3,260km down the Yukon River to the Bering Sea.
Barbara and Gunter share how they planned and prepared for this epic 51-day expedition, their approach to physical and mental challenges, and the importance of partnership and resilience in remote environments.
You can watch this episode on YouTube
Grizzly bears and porcupines were just some of the wildlife encounters Barbara and Gunther experienced. Discover how they navigated the ever-changing conditions of the Yukon River and their fascinating interactions with First Nation communities.
Find out more here about SUPing in the pristine Finland lake district
Check outBarbara and Gunter's website here
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See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Show Sponsor Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative SUP paddle slits, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Paddle Brands can license this game-changing tech now! Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Show Sponsor Palm Equipment
Palm ensures every adventurer is equipped for safety and style with a mission to ensure everyone enjoys a lifetime on the water. Discover their range at specialty shops and visit palm.equipment to gear up today
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Coffee And Coast
Our sponsor for this episode is Coffee And Coast. The Dorset based coffee company has a range of delicious roasts available for individual order or on subscription so you never run out of a quality brew. Why not buy a subscription as the gift which keeps on giving!
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Mon, 16 Dec 2024 - 1h 13min - 126 - Everest, the Seven Summits, and a World Record SUP Adventure With Andrew Hughes
In this episode we explore Andrew I Hughes' remarkable achievements as a professional adventurer, including summiting Everest, completing the Seven Summits, and setting the highest altitude paddleboarding world record.
Hear about the challenges and rewards of pushing physical and mental limits, the importance of teamwork and resilience, and his commitment to promoting environmental awareness through adventure.
Andrew shares insights on how he balances ambition and safety in high-risk environments, the importance of respecting local cultures and ecosystems, and the role of technology in modern expeditions.
Find out about his upcoming adventures, his advocacy for accessibility in outdoor sports, and his partnership with Roxanne Vogel, a fellow adventurer who is breaking barriers in the world of mountaineering.
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See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Coffee And Coast
Our sponsor for this episode is Coffee And Coast. The Dorset based coffee company has a range of delicious roasts available for individual order or on subscription so you never run out of a quality brew. Why not buy a subscription as the gift which keeps on giving!
Visit the Coffee And Coast Website
Show Sponsor Palm Equipment
Palm ensures every adventurer is equipped for safety and style with a mission to ensure everyone enjoys a lifetime on the water. Discover their range at specialty shops and visit palm.equipment to gear up today
Visit the Palm Equipment Website
Show Sponsor Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative SUP paddle slits, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Paddle Brands can license this game-changing tech now! Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Mon, 09 Dec 2024 - 1h 19min - 125 - How to SUP the River Rhine: A Summer Adventure With Duncan Houlton
In this specially extended episode, Duncan Houlton discusses his epic experience paddling the entire length of the Rhine AND we share his audio diary, recorded on the water.
Duncan talks about the highs and lows of his epic journey, from navigating busy shipping lanes and tackling numerous portages to embracing the challenges of solo expeditions and discovering the unexpected kindness of strangers.
He provides practical tips and insights for planning a multi-day SUP adventure, including gear recommendations, navigation strategies, and his unique approach to safety on the water. Hear about his ingenious portage system and his surprising method for sleeping on his board.
Duncan' recommends:
The Beach Rolly(lightweight compact wheels for portage)
Bajao Tent- Pitch a tent on your SUP
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See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Coffee And Coast
Our sponsor for this episode is Coffee And Coast. The Dorset based coffee company has a range of delicious roasts available for individual order or on subscription so you never run out of a quality brew. Why not buy a subscription as the gift which keeps on giving!
Visit the Coffee And Coast Website
Show Sponsor Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative SUP paddle slits, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Paddle Brands can license this game-changing tech now! Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Show Sponsor Palm Equipment
Palm ensures every adventurer is equipped for safety and style with a mission to ensure everyone enjoys a lifetime on the water. Discover their range at specialty shops and visit palm.equipment to gear up today
Visit the Palm Equipment Website
Mon, 02 Dec 2024 - 2h 31min - 124 - From Stroke to SUP: Finding Healing and Empowerment on the Water With Kate Allatt
This week we're joined by the inspirational Kate Allatt with the story of her remarkable recovery from a condition which medics thought was impossible.
Note: This episode contains occasional strong language and discusses sensitive topics, including suicide.
At the age of 39, Kate experienced a catastrophic brainstem stroke, leaving her with locked-in syndrome—fully conscious but unable to move or communicate. Against all odds, she embarked on an incredible journey of recovery, fueled by determination, neuroplasticity, and her relentless spirit.
Kate shares how she found solace and strength in SUP , a relationship which has given her peace, purpose, and a new sense of community. With humour, honesty, and vulnerability, she opens up about overcoming physical and emotional challenges, the importance of mindfulness, and her vision for inclusivity within the SUP community.
What we Discuss:
Kate’s journey from being completely paralyzed to reclaiming her independence.The role of neuroplasticity and relentless determination in her recovery.How SUP has transformed her life, offering healing and connection.The therapeutic benefits of paddleboarding and its inclusive community.This episode is a testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit. Whether you’re a paddleboarder, an adventurer, or simply seeking inspiration, Kate’s story will stay with you long after you listen.
Links:
Check out Kate’s book Running Free
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Show Sponsor Palm Equipment
Palm ensures every adventurer is equipped for safety and style with a mission to ensure everyone enjoys a lifetime on the water. Discover their range at specialty shops and visit palm.equipment to gear up today
Visit the Palm Equipment Website
Show Sponsor Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative SUP paddle slits, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Paddle Brands can license this game-changing tech now! Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with
Mon, 25 Nov 2024 - 1h 00min - 123 - From Mountains to Oceans : Finding Purpose in Adventure Paddling With Bruce Kirkby
In this episode we discuss how Bruce Kirkby uses stand up paddleboarding to explore the rugged coastlines of British Columbia and beyond.
Hear about the key advantages of SUP as an expedition tool, the importance of risk management and decision-making in challenging environments, and the value of seeking expert coaching to enhance your paddling skills.
Bruce shares valuable insights on how he collaborated with Starboard to design and develop the innovative Sprint Adventure SUP. Find out about his memorable paddling trips, including a harrowing experience navigating Cape Scott and his close encounters with whales and other marine life.
Bruce Kirkby's website is here:
Read Blue Sky Kingdom: his account of his overland family adventure to Nepal
Read Sand Dance: Crossing the Empty Quarter by Camel
Read Dolphin Tooth: Bruce's Adventure Career including his Blue Nile and Everest experiences
We also mention Bruce's Coach, the legend who is Larry Caine check out Paddle Monster here
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Mentioned in this episode:
Show Sponsor Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative SUP paddle slits, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Paddle Brands can license this game-changing tech now! Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Show Sponsor Palm Equipment
Palm ensures every adventurer is equipped for safety and style with a mission to ensure everyone enjoys a lifetime on the water. Discover their range at specialty shops and visit palm.equipment to gear up today
Visit the Palm Equipment Website
Mon, 18 Nov 2024 - 1h 05min - 122 - BONUS - A Tribute to the Viking - Casper Steinfath
Yes, I know we're on a midseason break, but we couldn't lose this opportunity to pay this tribute to the nicest man in SUP, Casper Steinfath.
The 2024 ISA World championships in Copenhagen features a stellar cast of elite athletes assembled to compete in a country which has done so much to contribute to the sport over the years.
It's also the last racing appearance of the Viking, Casper Steinfath and in this extended episode, recorded in 2022 Simon talks to him about his long race career and achievements and his equally incredible adventures on SUP and foil.
We talk about how how he has extended his ability to 'thrive in chaos' by completing expeditions and the challenges that have proved less than straightforward.
He shares what he has learned by failing and how this has made such a difference to the way he confronts any challenge.
Casper's websiteis here
Connect with Casper on social media
Watch his documentary Skagerrak for free here
Rent or Buy his documentary:Standing on Water on Vimeo Here
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See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Show Sponsor Palm Equipment
Palm ensures every adventurer is equipped for safety and style with a mission to ensure everyone enjoys a lifetime on the water. Discover their range at specialty shops and visit palm.equipment to gear up today
Visit the Palm Equipment Website
Show Sponsor Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative SUP paddle slits, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Paddle Brands can license this game-changing tech now! Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Tue, 17 Sep 2024 - 1h 52min - 121 - Is This the Future of Race Events? - The English Riviera Championships - with Brendon Prince and Sarah Thornely
In this episode we discuss an innovative new direction for race events ahead of the first everEnglish Riviera Championships (SUPER Champs)in Torbay, UK, kicking off September 27th, 28th and 29th.
You can watch this episode on YouTube HERE
Building on the huge recreational growth of the sport, this event is designed as an opportunity to introduce first time and new paddlers to racing while also showcasing the top level distance and technical events and athletes.
The event reintroduces the much loved (and missed) one design racing, features SUP sprints in the stunning and sheltered harbour, as well as a platform for the exciting and entertaining SUP Polo.
The SUPER Championships also serve as a 'SUP Expo' with all leading SUP and accessory brands present, with experts and advice on hand whatever your level or need.
**And if you're coming from Scotland or Northern Ireland, you can enter for free**
With Brendon Prince and Sarah Thornely, we discuss this exciting opportunity for converting leisure paddlers towards different flavours of the sport, with the intention to build their current casual pastime into a lifelong commitment rather than a just post-covid fashion.
The Super Championships website is here
Connect with the Championships on :
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Mentioned in this episode:
Show Sponsor Palm Equipment
Palm ensures every adventurer is equipped for safety and style with a mission to ensure everyone enjoys a lifetime on the water. Discover their range at specialty shops and visit palm.equipment to gear up today
Visit the Palm Equipment Website
Show Sponsor Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative SUP paddle slits, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Paddle Brands can license this game-changing tech now! Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Mon, 19 Aug 2024 - 36min - 120 - Inclusive Paddleboarding and Transforming Lives - With Will Behenna
In this episode, we sit down with Will Behenna, a passionate advocate for innovation for inclusive paddleboarding.
Will shares his journey into the sport and how he’s making waves by ensuring that paddleboarding is accessible to everyone, regardless of their abilities.
We dive into his innovative approaches, including specialized equipment and outreach, which are breaking down barriers in the paddleboarding world.
Mentioned in the episode
Will's Website Inclusive Paddleboarding
Come and see Will at the English Riviera Championships (Super Championships)
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See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Show Sponsor Palm Equipment
Palm ensures every adventurer is equipped for safety and style with a mission to ensure everyone enjoys a lifetime on the water. Discover their range at specialty shops and visit palm.equipment to gear up today
Visit the Palm Equipment Website
Show Sponsor Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative SUP paddle slits, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Paddle Brands can license this game-changing tech now! Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Mon, 12 Aug 2024 - 47min - 119 - Amazon Adventure - Stories from the River With Caz Dawson
In this episode of the SUPfm podcast, we dive deep into the Amazon SUP Challenge—a gruelling 330km endurance paddle race through the heart of the Peruvian jungle.
This journey is not just a test of physical strength and mental resilience but also a cultural immersion that brings paddlers close to the vibrant and resilient communities along the Amazon River.
Simon chats with Caz Dawson (SUP Lass) and reflects on the immersive audio diary that Caz, Jonathan Gill, and Matthew Phillips put together as they braved the hot, humid, and treacherous conditions to become the first team to complete this year's Amazon Challenge.
They share their awe-inspiring experiences, from wildlife encounters to navigating rapid waters.
Beyond the race, the episode explores the meaningful engagement with local river communities. Alongside the personal achievement, the team also paddled to raise funds and awareness for these communities, with over 80% of their support crew comprising local members.
SUP Lass (Caz) became the first female to paddle this route on a stand-up paddleboard, and their efforts culminated in raising the highest amount for local causes in this year's fundraiser.
And if you're inspired, consider supporting their ongoing fundraising efforts to create a positive impact through adventure. Visit SUP Lass or their JustGiving Page for more details.
You can find out about taking part in the Amazon Challenge 2025 HERE
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See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Show Sponsor Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative SUP paddle slits, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Paddle Brands can license this game-changing tech now! Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Show Sponsor Palm Equipment
Palm ensures every adventurer is equipped for safety and style with a mission to ensure everyone enjoys a lifetime on the water. Discover their range at specialty shops and visit palm.equipment to gear up today
Visit the Palm Equipment Website
Mon, 05 Aug 2024 - 1h 41min - 118 - Pushing Boundaries: Dean Dunbar's Story of Resilience and Adventure
In this episode of the SUPfm Podcast, we feature the inspiring Dean Dunbar, a registered blind athlete who has taken part in numerous extreme sports and some famous and classic SUP adventures.
From his recent qualification for the ISA World Championships in Copenhagen for Scotland to tackling the Celtic Crossing (Scilly to Cornwall) on a stand-up paddleboard, Dean's story is one of resilience and determination.
Join us as we delve into Dean's adventurous life and his innovative approaches to navigating the world of extreme sports and international paddling.
Watch this episode on our new YouTube channel here
**UPDATE - ISA have confirmed Dean's ability to compete at the world championships,and he'll be competing in the Prone Technical race in Copenhagen (unsupported) later this year**
Dean Dunbar's Online Presence:
Website/Blog: Extreme DreamsYouTube Channel: Link hereFacebook: Link hereKeep up with SUPfm:
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See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Show Sponsor Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative SUP paddle slits, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Paddle Brands can license this game-changing tech now! Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Show Sponsor Palm Equipment
Palm ensures every adventurer is equipped for safety and style with a mission to ensure everyone enjoys a lifetime on the water. Discover their range at specialty shops and visit palm.equipment to gear up today
Visit the Palm Equipment Website
Mon, 29 Jul 2024 - 43min - 117 - Unlocking the Secrets of Survival with Laurence Gonzales: Essential Lessons for Every Paddler or Outdoor Adventurer
In this episode we're joined by Laurence Gonzales, ex-stunt pilot, extreme sports enthusiast and a celebrated author and expert in the field of survival psychology, with numerous accolades and awards for his groundbreaking books.
**Trigger warning: This episode contains references to fatal accidents and incidents**
Laurence has established himself as a leading authority in understanding the human brain under extreme conditions. His work has been recognized for its profound insights into human behavior, making his expertise invaluable for anyone involved in adventurous and high-risk activities.
In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of survival psychology and Laurence shares vital lessons for paddleboarders of all levels.
Drawing from his extensive research and personal experiences ,he explains how our brains react under stress and why even experienced individuals can make critical errors in judgment.
In this chat you will gain invaluable insights into how to improve your decision-making skills, managing emotions, and adopting a survival mindset that can be life-saving both on and off the water.
Books and Resources Mentioned:
Deep Survival: Who Lives, Who Dies, and Why by Laurence GonzalesSurviving Survival : The Art and Science of Resilience by Laurence GonzalesEveryday Survival:Why Smart People Do Stupid Things by Laurence GonzalesFlight 232 by Laurence GonzalesWhy Zebras Don't Get Ulcers by Robert SapolskyKeep up with SUPfm:
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Mentioned in this episode:
Show Sponsor Palm Equipment
Palm ensures every adventurer is equipped for safety and style with a mission to ensure everyone enjoys a lifetime on the water. Discover their range at specialty shops and visit palm.equipment to gear up today
Visit the Palm Equipment Website
Show Sponsor Oscar Propulsion
Oscar Propulsion's innovative SUP paddle slits, dramatically enhances paddling efficiency and reduces stress through the body. Paddle Brands can license this game-changing tech now! Join the revolution and elevate your paddling with Oscar Propulsion Sport
Visit the Oscar Propulsion Website
Mon, 22 Jul 2024 - 1h 10min - 116 - SUP Twelve 2024 Preview - With Sarah Thornely and Brendon Prince
This episode previews the second annual SUP Twelve event taking place on Saturday 13th April 2024 in Torbay, England and which is streaming LIVE on the day from theSUPJunkie.UK Facebook Page here!
Don't forget to like and follow in advance as well as watch on the day
Our chat features the race's head honcho, the first man to circumnavigate mainland Britain and the creator of the charity Above Water, Brendon Prince, and ex GB champion and lead commentator for the event Sarah Thornely of SUP Junkie.UK.
In this episode we look back at last year and also forward to this year's race, discussing some of this year's competitors and the tactics involved in a successful race.
We also discuss Brendon Prince's new adventure, the Celtic Crossing, and an in-depth exploration of the SUP Twelve race and the unique experience that awaits both competitors and viewers of the race.
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Watch SUP Twelve Live between 7AM (BST) and 7PM(BST) on Saturday 13th April 2024 LIVE from Torbay
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Mon, 08 Apr 2024 - 38min - 115 - The Chilling Truth: Understanding Cold Shock and Water Safety in SUP - With Professor Mike Tipton (Reissue)
This episode (recorded in 2021) is another chance to hear our comprehensive discussion with Professor Mike Tipton, a renowned expert in human and applied physiology at the Extreme Environments Laboratory at the University of Portsmouth.
This episode aims to raise awareness of cold water as a significant but often overlooked risk, offering valuable information on how to minimize dangers and enjoy water sports safely, particularly over the first early months of the peak paddle season.
Known for his extensive research on cold water effects on the human body, Professor Tipton's work informs survival and rescue training for first responders and safety campaigns worldwide.
The conversation delves into the dangers of cold water shock, the physiological responses to cold water immersion, strategies for acclimatization, and practical safety advice for stand-up paddleboarders and other water sports enthusiasts.
Additionally, Tipton shares insights into his collaborations with life-saving organizations, the importance of cold water safety education, and his role in founding the International Drowning Researchers Alliance.
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Mon, 01 Apr 2024 - 54min - 114 - SUP Review of the Year : Pt 2 - Paddling Perseverance, and Planet Patrol
In the second part of our packed review of the year, we 've got you another selection of top guests and contributors to showcase the highlights of the last 12 months.
For a richer experience and for additional footage, watch this episode on YouTube here, and PLEASE don't forget to subscribe!
In this episode co-presented with Sarah Thornely of SUPJunkie.UK we reflect on the Yukon 1000, with snippets from Craig Sawyer, one half of Team Shac Yukon who completed this year's race.
We reflect on the ICF World Championships in Thailand chatting with UK SUP legend and double gold winner, Marie Buchanan.
We also catch up with Lizzie Carr MBE from Planet Patrolas we look back on Race for Rivers.
Finally we chat with innovative race director Greg Wingo as we celebrate an awesome conclusion to this year's Last Paddler Standing.
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Fri, 22 Dec 2023 - 45min - 113 - SUP Review of the Year : Pt 1 - Triumphs, Tributes and Trends
In the first of this two part episode, Simon andSarah 'SUP Junkie' Thornelyreview the year with help from April Zilg. We also remember OGBaySUPendurance racer Mark Slater, with Battle of the Paddle racer, coach and friend, Ryan James.
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Simon and Sarah discuss the UK and international world of Stand-up paddle-boarding in 2023 as we look ahead to 2024.
We grab a chat with 2022's APP Champion, April Z, who enlightens us about her recent paddle year from competitive racing, living life to the fullest, and her 12 Days of Fitmas initiative.
We also celebrate the legacy of the late Mark Slater, an outstanding figure in the UK SUP community.
Join us as we paddle through these impactful stories and expectations for the upcoming year.
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Mon, 18 Dec 2023 - 56min - 112 - The Race for Rivers - With Lizzie Carr
This week's episode includes a chat with previous guest Lizzie Carr MBE and covers her initiative 'Race for Rivers' which is a collaboration to measure and improve water quality across England
England's waterways are under severe threat from unseen pollution, and in recent years the solution to the problem from those who are responsible for safeguarding it, is to simply to monitor the water less.
This episode incorporates an interview with Lizzie and recordings from the riverbank ; as we paddled down the River Wey on the first two days of this 32 day relay, running up to the Lake District in the north of England taking measurements along the way.
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Thu, 21 Sep 2023 - 41min - 111 - The Yukon 1000 Adventure - With Craig, Kim, Martin and Skip
This season's extended final episode brings the teams together for a full download of their successful completion of the world's longest ultra paddle race.
Experience their journey through the untamed waters of the Yukon River as I sit down with Craig and Skip from Team Shac, and Martin and Kim from the Renegade Moose Chasers.
In this conversation, they share their unfiltered experiences, revealing the challenges they faced during their epic adventure .
They talk about managing exhaustion and sleep deprivation, encounters with the wild inhabitants of the Yukon, their kit and organisation and some bizarre experiences they had amidst the rugged terrain.
They also answer listener questions about the journey. This episode is a voyage into the heart of adventure, resilience, and the beauty of the Yukon wilderness.
** Due to some technical issues we were unable to include any audio from the Moose chasers after the first hour of the episode**
Find out here about entering the Yukon 1000 race in 2024
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Mon, 21 Aug 2023 - 1h 36min - 110 - Yukon Voices - The Yukon 1000 Experience
This is the penultimate episode from this season featuring the Yukon 1000, where we get the immediate take from teams who successfully completed this year's race.
Quick and dirty, recorded from Fairbanks (Alaska), Whitehorse, (Yukon) and Seattle Airport, this gives a first brief from teams who are still processing what it takes to race 1000 miles down the unspoiled wilderness of the River Yukon
In this episode we reference some incredible photos taken by Fortune Favours the Brave and if you want to see them, link is below.
One more episode to come shortly!
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THE photographs are on Instagram @mrashleycain HERE
Thank you to all the paddlers who have contributed to this season, and particularly for the support from Jon and his team at Yukon 1000
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Fri, 28 Jul 2023 - 50min - 109 - The Yukon 1000 - On the Start Line at Whitehorse
The 2023 Yukon 1000 is underway and in this episode, race director John Frith takes us through the route, we get updates from teams at the starting line in Whitehorse, Yukon, and if that wasn't enough, we also get some wise words from Bart De Zwart, previous winner of the race.
Follow the Progress of all the teams LIVE on the race tracker here
Particular thank you to Craig and Team Shac and to Dan and Nick from Fortune Favours the Brave for their contributions to the episode.
Fortune Favours the Brave are a canoe team from the UK. They are both veterans who have served in the Yorkshire Regiment, and are raising money for YPI Counselling which is a mental health charity and you can contribute here
They're also raising funds for Reduce Our Carbon Charitable Foundation HERE
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This episode also contains an excerpt from my chat with the incredible Bart De Zwart from Episode 97
Yukon 1000 2024 edition - Race dates 12th and 13th July - Applications Opening soon
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Baltic know that the best personal floatation devices are always the ones that get worn, so they've designed the SUP Elite and SUP Pro specifically for SUPrs. They're designed to make climbing back on your board easier and have a cut which allows full movement when you're paddling, making them super comfortable to wear. The SUP Elite comes with storage and the ability to add a hydration pack
Mon, 17 Jul 2023 - 44min - 108 - The Yukon 1000 - Team Shac and the Moose Chasers
This week I speak to two of the four SUP teams taking part in this year's Yukon 1000, Team Shac and the Renegade Moose Chasers.
Craig and Skip from Team Shac, and Martin and Kim from the Renegade Moose Chasers speak about their preparation, their kit, their team dynamic and (sniff) what they consider the main strengths of their teammate.
Follow the Progress of all the teams by subscribing to the Yukon 1000 Newsletter here
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Baltic know that the best personal floatation devices are always the ones that get worn, so they've designed the SUP Elite and SUP Pro specifically for SUPrs. They're designed to make climbing back on your board easier and have a cut which allows full movement when you're paddling, making them super comfortable to wear. The SUP Elite comes with storage and the ability to add a hydration pack
Mon, 10 Jul 2023 - 54min - 107 - The Yukon 1000 - With Craig Sawyer
This week we spend time with Craig Sawyer, SUP coach and competitor in this year's race, as one part of Team Shac, alongside Scott 'Skip' Innes
Craig's also shooting a documentary about the race and its history, and he talks about this, and his personal history of preparing for, but not quite starting the race, in the years since his first 2019 entry.
This season we're delving into the immersive experience of racing through the untouched beauty of the Yukon wilderness.
This is the second of our 'deep dive' episodes looking at the Yukon 1000 race and following the experiences of the organisers and participants of the 2023 event.
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Baltic Lifejackets - Episode Sponsor
Baltic know that the best personal floatation devices are always the ones that get worn, so they've designed the SUP Elite and SUP Pro specifically for SUPrs. They're designed to make climbing back on your board easier and have a cut which allows full movement when you're paddling, making them super comfortable to wear. The SUP Elite comes with storage and the ability to add a hydration pack
Mon, 03 Jul 2023 - 49min - 106 - The Yukon 1000 - With Race Director Jon Frith
Simon talks with Jon Frith, the race director of the Yukon 100, the world's longest paddle race.
As a former soldier, Jon brings a unique perspective to organizing, running and also taking part in this epic adventure race that spans 1,000 miles from Whitehorse, Yukon.
Jon shares his insights into the dangers of the trip and the personal admin and development required by the participants taking part. He talks about the history of the race, and his views on the addition of Stand-Up Paddleboarding into the event.
Join us as we delve into the immersive experience of racing through the untouched beauty of the Yukon wilderness.
This is the first of our 'deep dive' episodes looking at the Yukon 1000 race, following the experiences of the organisers and participants in the 2023 event.
The Yukon 1000 website is here
The Smithsonian Magazine recently wrote a great article on the race here
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Every year the Yukon 700 is run, with a group of ex-serviceman from the Grenadier Guards descending the Yukon unsupported, many with life changing injuries. To contribute to this worthy cause click here.
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Baltic know that the best personal floatation devices are always the ones that get worn, so they've designed the SUP Elite and SUP Pro specifically for SUPrs. They're designed to make climbing back on your board easier and have a cut which allows full movement when you're paddling, making them super comfortable to wear. The SUP Elite comes with storage and the ability to add a hydration pack
Ocean Specific - Episode Sponsor
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Mon, 26 Jun 2023 - 55min - 105 - Scotland: Ocean Nation - With Cal Major
This bonus episode features the return of Cal Major to the show. Cal's epic three part series Scotland: Ocean Nation is now available to stream for FREE through STV Player until March 2024
Cal takes us through the making of the series which shows her 800 mile journey around the Scottish coastline, and her encounters with the beautiful and threatened marine wildlife that exists in this stunning and relentless environment.
This series is highly recommended as a positive, optimistic yet honest representation of the Scottish coast, the incredible creatures who live there and the people who are helping to save them.
You can watch the full series here and through the STV Player App
Seaful is the charity Cal founded which connects children with the water Find out more HERE
In the show we mention Cal's films
Vitamin Sea - Cal's record breaking trip from Lands End to John O Groats
Skyes the Limit - Cal's solo journey around the Isle of Skye
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Mon, 17 Apr 2023 - 1h 15min - 104 - SUP Twelve and Last Paddler Standing - With Brendon Prince
Welcome to this special bonus episode recorded with friend of the show, Brendon Prince
Brendon brings us up to date with some of the many highlights since he completed his record breaking circumnavigation of Britain in 2021, and chats about his new event SUP Twelve, which launched on 1st April 2023 in Torbay, Devon.
We talk about the film Circumnavigate, (**UPDATE** now on general worldwide release HERE,) his participation in Last Paddler Standing, a December endurance event in Florida and SUP Twelve.
**UPDATE** SUPTwelve has now taken place and was a huge success
Watch the 12 hours of live streamed coverage from the SUPJunkie Facebook page here
To listen to Brendon's previous episodes listen here to his experience paddling Britain
Details of SUP Twelve is on theAbove Water website here
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This Season is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
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Mon, 13 Mar 2023 - 38min - 103 - The SUPfm Book Club Episode 2022 - With April Zilg
It's the third annual meeting of the SUPfm book (and film) club, co-hosted this year by World Champion April Zilg
In this episode Simon and April discuss recent releases or favourite books and films which will either help enhance your enjoyment of your paddle experience OR to use as a gift list for yourself or for others.
You will support the podcast if you buy from the links below.
In the episode we reviewed
Stand Up Paddleboarding in Great Britain - Jo Moseley
Training for the Uphill Athlete - Steve House et al
Improving Your Stand Up Paddleboarding - Andy Burrows and James Van Drunen
Circumnavigate - The Story of the Long Paddle - Film by Will Reddaway
Will's beautiful film of Brendon's incredible journey is currently on a National tour of adventure and local film festivals.Check out the trailer here Congratulations to Brendon and all competitors in Last Paddler Standing 2022
April's book, The Athlete Agenda helps you to practically put together your individual and personalised approach to success, whatever your event and your aspirations.
We also talked about
The Paddleboard Bible - Dave Price
All In - Chris Bertish - Release due 2023
We mentioned
The Obstacle is the Way - Ryan Holiday
Periodization of Strength Training for Sports – Tudor Bompa
April also offers her coaching services, check out her website here: https://www.aprilzilg.com/
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Mon, 12 Dec 2022 - 1h 05min - 102 - SUP Surfing Retreats for Veterans - With the SUP Vets
This week in our final episode of the season we feature Bart, Wes and Whit from the SUP Vets, a not for profit organisation who provide SUP surf retreats for those veterans needing support or a new sense of purpose following their exit from the military
I speak to this Top-Gun school graduate, Navy Seal and Ranger about their collaboration together and working with Sean Poynter (APP World Champ) Ian 'Kanga' Cairns surf legend and Daniel Hughes - professional SUP surfer and the benefits it brings to warriors trying to connect back to their lives outside the military and combat zone.
Please note this episode contains upsetting topics and some 'industrial language' however is a life affirming initiative delivered with huge love and great benefits for their fellow service colleagues.
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Starboard - Season Sponsor
Starboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their website
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 - 1h 25min - 101 - The 100th Episode - With Simon and Guests
This week as we celebrate our landmark episode we look back at some of the many guests who've appeared in the show and who helped us reach this incredible number.
Thank you for the voice messages from April Zilg, Brendon Prince, Jordan Wylie, Ben Longhurst and Maddi Le Blanc
Excerpts featured, come from interviews with Chris Bertish, Professor Mike Tipton, Michael Booth, April Zilg, Wallace J Nichols, SUP Garbage Man and SUPJunkie - Sarah Thornley
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Starboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their website
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 - 49min - 100 - To the End of the Severn - With Craig and James from SUP Shropshire
The River Severn is the longest river in the UK and in this episode I speak to Craig and James from SUP Shropshire who recently descended the river over four days to raise money for two important charities
Craig and James are both serving officers with the Fire and Rescue Service and as part of their roles respectively deliver rescue duties and water safety education alongside their SUP guiding and instructing
To support the fundraising for their chosen charitiesSeafulandSARA(Severn Area Rescue Association)please go to their fundraising page here
SUP Shropshire website is here
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Starboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their website
Mon, 05 Sep 2022 - 1h 11min - 99 - The APP World Tour Hitting London - With Tristan Boxford, Holly Pye, Blue Ewer & Sarah Thornley
Over several days in September 2022, London's Canary Wharf played host to Britain's highest profile SUP event in years, the APP London SUP Open
In this bonus episode Simon talks about the background to the event with CEO of the APP, Tristan Boxford and chats with rapidly rising British competitors Holly Pye and Blue Ewer, before rounding things off with an event overview from Ex-British National Champion Sarah Thornley of SUPJunkie.uk
The APP London SUP Open is running between 16th and 18th September 2022
To find out morecheck out the official site here
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Starboard - Season Sponsor
Starboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their website
Fri, 26 Aug 2022 - 49min - 98 - Extreme Endurance - With Bart De Zwart
This week we feature the king of endurance paddling, Bart De Zwart
Bart's successes span multiple race wins for events like Yukon and 11 Cities alongside his exploration across Nepal, Zambia and Greenland as well as crossing Pacific Island chains and the North Sea. He was also a past 24 hour distance champion.
In this interview we chat about his experiences and the specific training, mental approach and the preparation required to achieve some of his epic achievements.
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This Season is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
Mentioned in this episode:
Starboard - Season Sponsor
Starboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their website
Mon, 22 Aug 2022 - 1h 18min - 97 - Indian Surfer Girl - With Tanvi Jagadish
This week I speak to Tanvi Jagadish, the original Indian Surfer Girl, who is changing attitudes and expectations about girls spending time in the water across India, and in the process providing inspiration across the world
Multiple national champion and Ted speaker Tanvi, started with a love of the water which was stoked by her Grandfather and the Surfing Swami (US surfer, Jack Hebner) and became the first SUP athlete to represent India on the international stage.
This is the guest who April Zilg calls 'a real inspiration'.
Sample Tanvi's experience at the ISA Worlds in FijiHERE
Tanvi's SUP school website is here
Connect with Tanvi on social media
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See you on the water!
This season is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
Mentioned in this episode:
Starboard - Season Sponsor
Starboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their website
Mon, 15 Aug 2022 - 58min - 96 - The Viking Journeys - With Casper Steinfath (Part Two)
Casper Steinfath is the Danish paddler who has brought Viking resilience , into his racing, his adventures and his crossings
With 6 world titles and 2 successes in the legendary and intimidating Red Bull Heavy Water , Casper has been there from the start, flying the flag as the most successful European racer on the world circuit.
In part two of this two part interview, we talk about how how he has extended his ability to 'thrive in chaos' by completing expeditions and challenges that have proved less than straightforward.
He shares what he has learned by failing and how this has made such a difference to the way he confronts any challenge.
Casper's websiteis here
Connect with Casper on social media
Watch his documentary Skagerrak for free here
Rent or Buy his documentary: Standing on Water on Vimeo Here
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See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Starboard - Season Sponsor
Starboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their website
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 - 56min - 95 - Cold Hawaii & Heavy Water - With Casper Steinfath (Part 1)
Casper Steinfath is the Danish paddler who has brought the Viking resilience he forged in the waters of Cold Hawaii, into the international racing scene
With 6 world titles and 2 successes in the legendary and intimidating Red Bull Heavy Water , Casper has been there from the start, flying the flag as the most successful European racer on the world circuit.
In part one of a two part interview, we talk about how he built his water skills and go deep into his racing career including his first race and his successes at those iconic Red Bull events.
Casper's websiteis here
Connect with Casper on social media
Rent or Buy his documentary: Standing on Water on Vimeo Here
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It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Starboard - Season Sponsor
Starboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their website
Mon, 01 Aug 2022 - 58min - 94 - Stand-up Paddle-boarding in Great Britain - With Jo Moseley
This week we're joined by Jo Moseley, film-maker, speaker and now the author of her first book, Stand-up Paddleboarding in Great Britain
This book was a true collaborative project, with many of the UK paddleboard tribe involved in its creation, either introducing Jo to their favourite places, or offering their expertise, knowledge or support.
If you haven't caught Jo's first episode you can listen here
In this episode we're also joined by 'mystery guest' Caz Dawson who's also been a guest on the show and guided Jo in some of her North Wales adventures.
We also mentioned Caz's incredible catered foodie experiences on the river, as seen in this beautiful Instagram post from @sup_lass
BUY Jo's Book 'Stand-up Paddleboarding in Great Britain(AL)
WATCH Jo's Film'Brave Enough' on Vimeo
Connect with Jo on social media
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It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Starboard - Season Sponsor
Starboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their website
Mon, 25 Jul 2022 - 44min - 93 - Blue Mind - With Dr Wallace J Nichols
I chat with author Dr Wallace 'J' Nichols ('J' to his friends), who wrote the international best selling book 'Blue Mind'.
The book re-defines how we see water, by connecting all the benefits and the science for a life changing substance whose value to many of us has been hidden in plain sight.
It also explains why SUP has become so popular recently!
23rd July is 'World Blue Mind Day' and you can take part in it, by bringing someone who needs it, to your water and sharing the story with #bluemind
Buy J's bookBlue Mind here(AL)
Find out more about J's new book,Dear Wild Child here (AL)
Connect and follow J on...
J mentioned our previous guest on this podcast, Lizzi Larbalestier Listen to her episode hereandvisit her website here
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Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water
Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37)
It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Note: Please support SUPfm by using our links, many of which are affiliate links and which help us to continue running the show!
Mentioned in this episode:
Starboard - Season Sponsor
Starboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their website
Mon, 18 Jul 2022 - 1h 14min - 92 - The Nomadic Paddler - With David Haze
This episode features David Haze, the Nomadic Paddler.
David, through his own actions ended up serving time for crimes he was fully responsible for. Having experienced the lows of prison he emerged with a determination to turn his life around and to show that having a conviction is no barrier to becoming a useful member of society.
Since coming out of prison David has been on a mission to help other ex-offenders see the value in sport and rehabilitation and to show the public that change is possible and with a second chance anyone can turn their lives around
David has broken 7 paddleboard world records and has set his sights first on an environmental journey round the Isle of Wight, before taking on Europe in his Untamed Beasts challenge.
Alliance of Sportis one of the main charities David raises money for
One book we found had made such a powerful impression on us both and which we discussed in this episode is You Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins available here (AL)
You can visit theNomadic Paddler website here
Connect with David on social media
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Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water
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£37£10It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Mentioned in this episode:
Starboard - Season Sponsor
Starboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their website
Mon, 11 Jul 2022 - 49min - 91 - The Athlete Agenda - With April Zilg
Season 5 kicks off with in-form US racer, April Zilg. April has competed at the highest level for a number of years, winning some of the world's biggest races and became APP world vice champion in 2019
This season, April has won the 2022 Carolina Cup and the first APP event of the season in Santa Monica, winning clean sweeps across technical and distance!
In this episode we discuss her sporting and coaching background, before getting to how her scientific approach has changed her agenda as an athlete, and has led to her step-up in form.
April's new book, The Athlete Agenda coaches you to assemble your individual and personalised approach to achieving success, whatever your event and your aspirations.
April also offers her coaching services, check out her website here: https://www.aprilzilg.com/
Buy The Athlete Agenda here (AL)
Connect with April on social media
Instagram@aprilzilg
Instagram@theathleteagenda
Facebook@AprilZilgPaddles
You tubehttps://youtube.com/c/aprilzilg
Links to What We Talked About
April's favourite podcast is one of mine too, The Huberman Lab a load of interesting physiology information to benefit your training and health education.
The Big Book of Endurance Training and Racing by Phillip Maffetone is one of the important approaches that April has taken from to shape her coaching and training.
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode with someone who’d love it!
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Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water
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£37£10It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
This Season is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
If you're new to the sport then we've got you covered, with episodes on some of the key subjects and challenges facing new members of the tribe.
We have experienced watermen and women covering these key subjects:
How to choose your SUPSUP safety Learning, confidence and developing core skills What you need to know about your iSUP and packageWe've grouped these (and other beginner episodes) together in this list so to get a head-start here:
Make sure you don't miss out on future episodes by following us on your favourite podcast app here https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen
Please support the show by using our links, if you're buying any of the products we talk about!
Mentioned in this episode:
Starboard - Season Sponsor
Starboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their website
Mon, 04 Jul 2022 - 1h 20min - 90 - Standing Up With Ukraine - Bonus Episode
A short but important episode pulled together collaboratively with Alan from SUP North and John McFadzean from SUP the World (a two time guest on this podcast)
This features a paddle initiative to connect with the SUP tribe and to all listeners of this podcast wherever you are in the world.
PLEASE SHARE with your paddle buddies!
We feature Alan and some quotes from Andriy Anisimov (AKA Andriy Liuty-Liutenko) who is the chairman of the UFSS, the leading SUP organisation in Ukraine.
Please post your events with #paddleforpeace and #standupforukraine
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Events posted so far:
UK and Ireland
Paddle for Peace SUP North (Southport)
You can make contributions in a number of places including:
UK
USA
Visit the UFSS here: https://ufss.org.ua/
Slavia Ukraini!
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Sat, 05 Mar 2022 - 08min - 89 - The SUPfm Book Club - With SUPJunkie and Jordan Wylie
This episode is the official annual meeting of the SUPfm book club, helping you to connect with the water, gain information, read about inspirational paddlers and live your best SUP life this year
In this episode I chat with Sarah Thornely (SUPJunkie) about books (and a film) and we also catch up from a Chilean airport with Jordan Wylie.
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The Book and Film List
The Power of the Paddle by Jordan Wylie
Buy herefrom Amazon
Wild Waters by Suzanne Masters
Buy here from Amazon
Crash and Rise by Mike Shoreman
The Secret World of Weather - by Tristan Gooley
How to Read Water - by Tristan Gooley
FILM: Brave Enough by Frit Tam and Jo Moseley NOW available from Vimeo here
Check out The First SUPfm Book ClubEpisode here
We've spoken to many of these contributors on the show and if you want to hear more of their stories here are their episodes
Jordan Wylie - The Power of the Paddle
Tristan Gooley - The Natural Navigator
Mike Shoreman - The Unbalanced Paddleboarder
Chris Bertish - Stoked and Last Known Coordinates
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
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Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) .
It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Tue, 21 Dec 2021 - 1h 01min - 88 - Being The Greatest - An Interview With Candice Appleby
No better way to sign off this season, than with a genuine legend and the bona fide queen of the sport, Candice Appleby. A true SUP, surf and SUP surf icon.
Candice has been described by ESPN, the US sports broadcaster, as being a combination of Venus Williams and a whole bunch of other superlative US female sports stars, all rolled up into one package.
Candice was there on Waikiki beach when SUP was starting, and was an early racer and she's delivered a staggering amount of wins across distance, technical and surfing over a huge number of years.
In this interview we talk about her origins, her cross-sport and event training and what coaching advice she'd give to a novice Candice...if she were starting again now.
Candice loves coaching and YOU can also be coached by the legend of SUP racing, through her Ocean Academy here
Mentioned in the Episode
We talk about Candice's dominating performance and sprint finish to win at the Pacific Paddle Games 2015...watch here for the video and skip to 2:10:40 for the box-office finale.
Check out the video of the Battle of the Paddle 2014 at Salt Creek and this'Carnage Compilation' reel
Candice's website is here :candiceappleby.com
Connect with Candice on social media
Facebook
Instagram
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
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Mon, 22 Nov 2021 - 1h 10min - 87 - Being Brave Enough -With Jo Moseley
This week we're delighted to to be talking to Jo Moseley someone who perhaps doesn't need any introduction, particularly in the UK
If you haven't heard of Jo she's one of the biggest ambassadors for the sport in the UK and also a prolific creator and has spoken hundreds of times about her love for paddle-boarding and how it helped to build her mental and physical health following some personal life events.
She's also a filmmaker, podcaster and 'soon to be' author, and we cover all these areas in this fascinating chat.
Jo's podcast 'The Joy of SUP' has a 25 episode back catalogue with conversations with a number of inspirational women, and is available on Apple and all other podcast providers
Find it on Facebook at :https://www.facebook.com/thejoyofsuppodcast
Jo's film, Brave Enough is currently appearing in Adventure Film Festivals nationwide.
Trailer is here: https://vimeo.com/502656424
Produced and filmed byPassionfruit Pictures
Connect with Jo
Jo's Website : https://www.jomoseley.com/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/joanna.moseley.77
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/healthyhappy50/
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
**STOP PRESS-Until midnight Tuesday 30th November- Get this course atHALF PRICE**
Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition
£37£18.50It's available at www.supfmpodcast.com/course Use the CODE: BF50 to get your 50% off
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Mon, 15 Nov 2021 - 1h 15min - 86 - Marine Wildlife and Blue Health - With Lizzi Larbalestier
This week we speak with Lizzi Larbalestier, enviromentalist and coach, as we harvest her knowledge and her experience of protecting sea mammals and the ocean, alongside her role as an executive coach, using the ocean as a means to improve performance and mental health.
**Apologies for the sound quality in some sections of this episode**
In this episode we talk about the increasing number of encounters between ocean wildlife and ourselves and how we can behave responsibly to reduce and eliminate the serious harm we can do to these beautiful animals.
We also talk about blue health and how the ocean and her daily connection with water has allowed her to inspire leaders to change and tap into their own blue minds.
Lizzi's website is is here:https://goingcoastal.blue/
Lizzi is raising money to support the rescue of sea mammals and the seal hospital in Cornwall Please make a donation here:
https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/lizzi-l
Lizzi Volunteers for
British Divers Marine Life Rescue: https://bdmlr.org.uk/
Surfers against Sewage : https://www.sas.org.uk/
Connect with Lizzi on social media
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/GoingCoastalBlue
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/Lizzi_L/
In the Episode
Wally the walrus attracted interest from across the globe, here's the take from NPR
The Story of Stuff is a short documentary, check out the organisation and film here
Watch the powerful documentary Resurface available on Netflix
Lizzi talks about Force Blue : https://forceblueteam.org/
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
Keep up with SUPfm and subscribe to our newsletter https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life.
Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast
Instagram: @supfmpodcast
Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Mon, 08 Nov 2021 - 1h 10min - 85 - The Physical Benefits of SUP - With Charlie Jones
This week we speak to Charlie Jones...by day she's a physiotherapist working for the UK's National Health Service, specialising in muscular-skeletal rehabilitation... and in her spare time she is 'SUP Physio' providing rehab...fitness...and the occasional post-workout cocktail to her clients in the spectacular coastal county of Dorset.
In this episode we carry out a head to toe analysis of the SUP benefits for the body, with recommendations for warming up and how to deal with that annoying crampy foot pain. We also discuss common SUP injuries and how to prevent them.
Check out the SUP Physio website here:https://www.thesupphysio.co.uk/
Connect with Charlie on social media
Instagram:@the_sup_physio
Facebook:@thesupphysio
Mentioned in the Episode
Charlie referred to the work carried out by a study team from Bond University, Queensland, Australia into the physical benefits of SUP
Link to the study here:https://bmcsportsscimedrehabil.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13102-016-0057-6
Simon's article on SUP Mag UK about the benefits to the mind of SUP: https://standuppaddlemag.co.uk/mind-body-and-soul/
Our University of Portsmouth Episode discussing the physical implications of lockdowns on SUP https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/sup-science
Professor Mike Tipton's episode, examining the physical effects and benefits of cold water on the body for winter paddlers: www.supfmpodcast.com/coldwater
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life
Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Mon, 01 Nov 2021 - 50min - 84 - Whitewater and How to 'Send it' on the River - With Reta Boychuk
This episode features Reta Boychuk, Canada’s first ever female River SUP Instructor who has been 'sending it' through her instructor cooperative and delivering white-water stoke across Western Canada...Colorado and internationally.
Reta doesn't do half measures and in this episode, we talk about her life as a river devotee, as a Badfish athlete and about female domination of white-water SUP
Check out CANRVRSUP Website here:https://www.canrvrsup.ca/#/
Connect with CANRVRSUP on social media
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canrvrsup
Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/canrvrsup
Reta can also be found on Instagram athttps://www.instagram.com/reta.sends/
Reta is supported by Badfish SUP, Kokatat.com and Predator Helmets
Check out the CANRVRSUP full send blendfrom Devils Head Coffee
For more on Whitewater SUP
Check outEpisode 48with British Paddler Emma Love andEpisode 22Descending the Zambezi
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life
Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Mon, 25 Oct 2021 - 1h 05min - 83 - My Year of Paddling Daily - With Dave Knight
This episode features Dave Knight from @SUP3six5 who is nearing the end of his challenge to paddle daily for 365 days straight, to inspire others to connect with nature and water and boost their mental health.
If you want to get a real taste of his exploits then the best place is on Instagram where you can check out his posts and his entertaining story highlights which have been built up lovingly over the last 350+ days.
Check it out on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/sup3six5/
In this episode he shares his rebooting strategy and his 'quiver' of methods for managing his own mental health, with the core of this approach being time in, on and under the water.
Completing this project has needed a huge combination of grit, motivation and organisation and a 'day at a time' approach.
Throughout this year he's had the support of his partner Mia, his friends and family and also organisations including O'Shea, O'Neill and Henri Lloyd. Special mentions for his paddle buddy Tim Woodhead, and his frequent wingman Jude...and not forgetting Bow.
Support the mental health work of the charity Mind by donating to Dave's fundraising page at https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/sup3six5
He's due for a BIG finish on Saturday 30th October At Wildshore Delamere https://www.wildshoredelamere.co.uk/ near Chester, finishing with a night paddle so give him a huge cheer as he crosses the line!
Episode Name checks
Previous guests mentioned in this episode, include Samantha Rutt, Brendon Prince and Professor Mike Tipton
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life
Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Mon, 18 Oct 2021 - 41min - 82 - Adventuring and Instructing - With WSA's Ben Longhurst
In this episode we feature Ben Longhurst, the Technical Director of the innovative (and now extinct) UK organisation, The Water Skills Academy (WSA).
Water Skills Academy cover a number of bases … they run expeditions and SUP holidays across the world, they run SUP industry events and in person events to inspire and keep paddlers informed and they were particularly active during the initial UK lockdowns with webinars...which certainly kept morale up when we couldn't get onto the water
WSA's core mission is to offer courses to build skills and certify instructors for adventure guiding, surfing, lifesaving and a number of other specialisms. The topic of instructors isn’t something which we’ve covered before on the podcast, and while there are some clear benefits to getting coached, whatever your level, there are also real benefits to becoming an instructor, because it's fun particularly introducing people into the sport.
Ben is an experienced adventurer in his own right and we also talk about his experience descending the worlds deepest gorge in Nepal and the west coast of Scotland
In the episode we also talk about:
Sian Sykes' SUPfm Episode which is here: https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/circumnavigating-wales-by-sup-and-other-adventures
WSA's Lockdown Webinars here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7USWXLNQdYDnBXJZ-AkTlbFn8R6kKsp_
Check out the video of Ben's spectacular expedition in Nepal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eH4Ts3XTnZg
Visit the WSA Website here : https://www.waterskillsacademy.com/
Connect with WSA on social media
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/waterskillsacademy
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/waterskillsacademy/
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/
Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) .
It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/
See you on the water!
Mon, 11 Oct 2021 - 56min - 81 - How I Circumnavigated the UK by SUP - With Brendon Prince
Brendon Prince makes a triumphant return to the show after his epic 4000km circumnavigation around mainland Britain, which has been covered by international and British news media.
Brendon has broken a number of world records in the process and encountered the best and the worst of what the British coastline has to offer, and in this episode he talks about the experiences which shaped his trip including his 'interesting' encounter with Orcas.
The purpose of his trip was to raise money to develop an app to engage school children and the public to teach water safety and ultimately reduce the number of drownings in the UK. For a coastal nation we are generally uneducated about water and the sea, and this app communicates the message to children (and adults) effectively through games, stories and interaction, which is a highly effective method.
To check out our previous episode with Brendon please click here
To contribute to the app please give here: https://thelongpaddle.co.uk/sponsorship/
The Long Paddle Website is here :https://thelongpaddle.co.uk/
Connect on social media
Instagram : @thelongpaddle2021
Facebook : @thelongpaddle2021
Twitter : @thelongpaddle
You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJatVfJi_TTGOE2JbzujzHw
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life
Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com
See you on the water!
Mon, 04 Oct 2021 - 1h 08min - 80 - Winning the 11 Cities Race - With 24 hour World Record Holder - Niek Van Der Linde
This episode features the incredible Niek Van Der Linde, who is the four-time winner of the classic (and gritty) Non-Stop 11 Cities Race.
This year he added to his win by simultaneously breaking the world 24 hour SUP record on a regulation board rather than the usual 'unlimited' version used for these record attempts.
In this episode we talk about the classic 11 Cities Race, his experiences, his training and get the inside track on paddling in the Netherlands.
Check out the video of his successful world record attempt here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCND6wkpWS_D9A9iuLBOQngQ
Nick's website is here:
Nick is a Fanatic team rider https://www.fanatic.com/sup
Gear supplied by https://www.ion-products.com/
Paddle from https://blackprojectsup.com/
Find out about the 11 Cities Race here: https://www.sup11citytour.com/
Connect on social media
Facebook :https://www.facebook.com/leersupnl
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/leersup/
You tube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCND6wkpWS_D9A9iuLBOQngQ
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life
Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com
See you on the water!
Mon, 20 Sep 2021 - 55min - 79 - Paddling the Emerald Isle - with Dave Ludgate
This week we feature Irish waterman Dave Ludgate, as we sit down for a relaxed chat about paddling across Ireland and his beautiful waters of Cork.
Dave is also known as Subowti for reasons we uncover in the episode, and has a deep love of SUP surfing and for the environment and spends time paddling the River Lee picking up the varied objects that get dumped.
He's happiest when he's in the water and saddest when it gets polluted.
In this episode I set Dave the added objective of converting the County Cork Olympic O'Donovan brothers to SUP https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DbRFapxCgFs
Dave is a FatStick Team Rider - https://fatstickboards.com/
Dave is a North Coast Wetsuits Ambassador - https://www.northcoastwetsuits.co.uk/
Clean Coasts - https://cleancoasts.org/
Connect with Dave on social media
Facebook@subowti
Twitter@subowti
Instagram@subowti
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life
Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com
See you on the water!
Mon, 13 Sep 2021 - 45min - 78 - My Trans-Atlantic SUP Crossing - with Chris Bertish
This week we're proud to feature Speaker, Author, Filmmaker, Conservationist and Ocean Pioneer, Chris Bertish.
Chris has scored a number of incredible achievements, including his legendary victory at Mavericks, the big wave Californian surf break.
In this interview we talk about his record-breaking 2016 crossing of the Atlantic by SUP which is captured in his newly released documentary 'Last Known Coordinates'.
We were able to grab some time with Chris, speaking to him from his family beach house in South Africa. Despite the odd loss of signal, we managed to capture a fascinating interview which showcased his uncompromising attitude and methodical approach, which has propelled Chris to so many epic achievements.
We talk about how to push your comfort zone and adaptability, being comfortable with change and not just surviving but thriving despite managing difficult and changing environments.
While we don't personally expect to be paddling the Atlantic anytime soon, we hope that this interview will give you the everyday inspiration to keep going, embrace spending time outside your comfort zone and really go all in for your passion, whatever it is.
Chris's next challenge is to wing-foil the Pacific in 2022 in his Transpac project making the first carbon neutral crossing from California to Hawaii and crossing 2750 miles of open ocean.
Chris Bertish Links
Instagram - www.instagram.com/chrisbertish
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/OfficialChrisBertish
Web - www.chrisbertish.com
Impossible Sessions - www.instagram.com/impossiblesessions
Links for the Film
Watch on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/lastknowncoordinates
Watch on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/last-known-coordinates/id1573469875
Website : www.lastknowncoordinates.com
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lastknowncoordinatesfilm
Instagram: www.instagram.com/lastknowncoordinatesfilm
Twitter: www.twitter.com/LKCfilm
Chris Bertish Foundation
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ChrisBertishFoundation
Instagram - www.instagram.com/chrisbertishfoundation
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
You can keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life
Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com
See you on the water!
Mon, 06 Sep 2021 - 31min - 77 - How to Paddle Belgium and the Balearic Islands - with Veronique Musumeci and Chris MacDonald
In this week's value-added-episode, we've got two interviews for you, as we feature Veronique Musumeci talking about Belgium as a stand up paddle destination, and Chris MacDonald who tells us about his epic SUP journey covering the 55 miles of sea between Mallorca and Ibiza, two of the Balearic Islands.
Veronique appears across the media in Belgium talking about SUP, and runs the website SUP and See: https://supandsee.sharetribe.com/
Her website has contributors and locations from across the world, but really worth bookmarking if you're planning a trip to paddle in Europe anytime soon.
Follow SUP and See on Facebook and Instagram: @supandsee
Veronique is an ambassador for Decathlon (ITIWIT)
Chrisis sponsored by loco surfing and is coached by Michael Booth at https://www.michael-booth.com.au/booth-training/
Chris's website is at chrismacadventures.com
You can follow Chris on Instagram @chrismacdonald1998 and contribute to his fundraising at https://www.globalgiving.org/fundraisers/sup50miles/
Chris is an ambassador for @altoperu (Instagram)
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life
Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here atwww.supfm.thinkific.com
See you on the water!
Mon, 30 Aug 2021 - 51min - 76 - Making 'Last Known Coordinates' -with Filmmaker Joe Piscatella
We speak to Los Angeles based writer, director and producer Joe Piscatella, one of the filmmakers behind the landmark documentary about Chris Bertish's audacious attempt to cross the Atlantic Ocean on a stand-up paddleboard.
'Last Known Coordinates' captures the story behind the successful completion of this staggering achievement including the storms, shark encounters, equipment failures and leaks that Chris experienced during his three months on the water.
Joe talks about how he got involved with the film and his collaboration to craft over 100 hours of video footage into a compulsive account of a challenge which they said was I'mpossible.
Watch it on Vimeo : https://vimeo.com/ondemand/lastknowncoordinates
Watch it on iTunes : https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/last-known-coordinates/id1573469875
Their website is is here:https://lastknowncoordinates.com/
Connect on social media
Facebook;https://www.facebook.com/lastknowncoordinatesfilm
Twitterhttps://twitter.com/LKCfilm
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/lastknowncoordinatesfilm/
You tube trailer :https://youtu.be/PCXpWmaUQEc
Find out more about the incredible Chris Bertish here : https://chrisbertish.com/
@ChrisBertish
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life
Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com
See you on the water!
Mon, 23 Aug 2021 - 44min - 75 - My Happiful SUP Journey - With Journalist Lucy Donoughue
In this week's episode we feature journalist Lucy Donoughue from Happiful Magazine.
Lucy wrote a beautiful love letter to SUP in her article Falling Isn't Failing which revealed how SUP has eased some personal challenges including obsessive compulsive disorder, body self image and early menopause.
In this episode we freewheel across a number of topics recognisable to anyone who's fallen for the sport whatever your experience level and Lucy explains how as a recent beginner it's about the learning experience, not being afraid to give things a try and to embrace the fact that falling isn't failing.
Don't forget to check out Happiful's Podcast, 'I am. I have' hosted by Lucy here: https://anchor.fm/iamihave
Lucy has been instructed by Rachel from @SUP4Coach over at https://sup4.co.uk/
In the episode we discussed Lizzie Carr and her incredible Plastic Patrol organisation and if you want to have a listen to the episode it's here https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/lizzie-carr-adventurer-and-activist
Happiful Magazine is a publication devoted to sharing stories about mental health and challenging mental health stigma and has a counselling directory to provide support.
Happiful website is here: www.happiful.com
Connect with Happiful and Lucy on social media
Facebook@happifulhq
Twitter@happifulhq
Lucy is also on Twitter @LucyDonoughue
Instagram @happiful_magazine
Lucy is also on Instagram here: @lucyviews
Happiful is on You tubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdr96fVrN1grd5lAQKjtpSw/featured
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life
You can support usover at https://www.patreon.com/supfmpodcast
Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37)
It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com
We've put together some packs for our new listeners, so if you're a beginner check out this SUP 101 Packto get you started https://player.captivate.fm/collection/d6b11808-dd40-48d5-b145-75fd4def3f93
See you on the water!
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Mon, 16 Aug 2021 - 46min - 74 - Four Time SUP World Champion and Coach - Michael Booth
In this episode we feature Aussie Michael Booth, who is a four time World Champion and successful coach, entrepreneur and podcaster
In this episode we chat about his racing and his unbelievable success, despite coming to the sport relatively late. We talk about his love of coaching and in the episode he explains the most common mistakes most new paddlers make, and breaks down how to deliver an awesome buoy turn.
Michael 'loves being a beginner' and has turned his skills towards exploring and learning new skills including the Boothcast, a podcast featuring business personalities and successful watermen and women from across the world. He is also building both a fashion business and his new house.
You can visit Michael and find out about his coaching services at his website here:https://www.michael-booth.com.au/
In the episode we talk about the epic race where he won the ICF World title in China in 2019
You can watch the race in full here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y31IYrkxqFY
Connect with Michael on social media
Facebook @mgbooth
Instagram @_michaelbooth @boothtraining @desirsdevoyage
Check out Michael's Boothcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or here: https://www.michael-booth.com.au/boothcast/
Chris Voss wrote the book 'Never Split the Difference' and Michael and myself have drawn inspiration and a lot of great quotes from it.
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life
Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com
See you on the water!
Mon, 09 Aug 2021 - 52min - 73 - How to be a SUPJunkie - With Sarah Thornely
This week we're chatting with Sarah Thornely of SUPJunkie.
Sarah is a confirmed SUP Junkie and having discovered the sport late, threw herself into it, first by winning the British Women's Championship in 2017 at the age of 58 (NB - Not the age category championship) and then by providing streaming commentary and athlete interviews for UK, APP and International events as well as writing for SUP journals and Magazines (all without any previous media experience).
Sarah encapsulates the 'Aloha Spirit' within the sport, with her support for those supporting others and for the GB Racing Series and brings her incredible and infectious enthusiasm to this interview.
We hope you enjoy this episode
The SUPJunkie website is is here ;https://www.supjunkie.co.uk/
Connect with Sarah on social media
Facebook@supjunkie.uk
Instagram@supjunkie.uk
YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeU7UytdXUzZV_CTOFl7z_g
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard.
Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities.
Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/
If you're new to the sport then we've got you covered, with episodes on some of the key subjects and challenges facing new members of the tribe.
We have experienced watermen and women covering these key subjects:
How to choose your SUPSUP safety Learning, confidence and developing core skills What you need to know about your iSUP and packageWe've grouped these (and other beginner episodes) together in this list so to get a head-start here:
Make sure you don't miss out on future episodes by following us on your favourite podcast app here https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen
Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life
Support us on Patreon here https://www.patreon.com/supfmpodcast
Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com
In Season 4 of the podcast we're giving a shout out to the SUP instructors who work hard to help new and improving paddlers engage with the sport, and get equipped with the skills they need.
This week we're featuring Ian Berger from the Hudson Valley H2O a non profit organisation - Visit them here http://www.hvh2o.org/
If you're a certified instructor from anywhere across the world, then we'd like to feature you on an episode. Simply leave us a message here with your name, your certifying body and a message about you and where you are, with a tip, piece or advice or even a nice word about the podcast ;)
You've only got 1min 25 secs of recording time and you can re-record as many times as you like before you send it!
We'll choose a recording to feature on each episode after applying a light edit and getting the sound right.
Well done to all instructors for your hard work expanding our SUP tribe and wishing you a great season!
See you on the water!
Mon, 02 Aug 2021 - 1h 07min - 72 - SUP Innovation and the Environment - With Starboard Founder Svein Rasmussen
In any sport there are leaders, who strive for improvement and those who follow in their wake.
In this episode Norwegian Olympic windsurfer and Starboard founder Svein Rasmussen talks to Simon about his waterman journey and about developing products for both new paddlers and world champions.
When it was first founded, Starboard was an upstart company in a world of large well-established windsurf brands. But like many successfully disruptive brands, what made it stand out was it's continuous innovation, which it has continued to this day, developing beyond windsurf and becoming the most recognisable and world leading SUP brand.
This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard and you can check out their site here We appreciate their support for this podcast.
Keep up with SUPfmon Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the apps we recommend to get your best SUP life
If you've spent out on a new board for the first time this season, then invest in your knowledge and safety with our popular and comprehensive online SUP safety course, which gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water, and all for less than the price of an hours water tuition (£37) . It's available here
In Season 4 of the podcast we're giving a shout out to the SUP instructors who work hard to help new and improving paddlers engage with the sport, and get equipped with the skills they need.
If you're a certified instructor from anywhere across the world, then we'd like to feature you on an episode. Simply leave us a message here with your name, your certifying body and a message about you and where you are, with either a tip, a message about where you love to paddle or even a nice word about the podcast ;)
You've only got 1min 25 secs of recording time and you can re-record as many times as you like before you send it!
We'll choose a recording to feature on each episode after applying a light edit and getting the sound right.
Well done to all instructors for your hard work expanding our SUP tribe and wishing you a great season!
Mon, 26 Jul 2021 - 48min - 71 - The Essential Guide to Learning Core SUP Skills - A Beginners Week Bonus Episode
Every week is beginners week on SUPfm and we've got new paddlers covered, in this mini series, with four episodes covering some of the key subjects and challenges facing new members of the tribe.
We're featuring experienced watermen and women covering these key subjects
How to choose your SUPSUP safety Learning, confidence and developing core skills What you need to know about your iSUP and packageMake sure you don't miss out on future episodes by following us on your favourite podcast app here https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen
In this episode we introduce you to some of the key skills you need as a SUp'r on the water and as a reminder it's always worth developing your skills with an instructor as they can give you feedback and advice in a way that YouTube simply can't
Vikki Weston from Sydney Australia makes her second appearance on the show and has made it her mission through her organisation, 'She SUPs' to help support and provide knowledge for women to get on the water and start having their own adventure.
Vikki has also founded her own community of female paddlers and to find out more then head on over to https://www.shesups.com.au/ or https://www.shesupscommunity.com/
If you love Instagram then you'll have already discovered Vikki's excellent stories and reels and if not, then go check them out at @shesups_
In Season 4 of the podcast we're giving a shout out to the SUP instructors who work hard to help new and improving paddlers engage with the sport, and get equipped with the skills they need.
In this episode we feature Kylie from the Sunshine Coast in Australia at https://paddledays.com/
If you're a certified instructor from anywhere across the world, then we'd like to feature you on an episode. Simply leave us a message here with your name, your certifying body and a message about you and where you are, with a tip, piece or advice or even a nice word about the podcast ;)
You've only got 1min 25 secs of recording time and you can re-record as many times as you like before you send it!
We'll choose a recording to feature on each episode after applying a light edit and getting the sound right.
Well done to all instructors for your hard work expanding our SUP tribe and wishing you a great season!
Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life
Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com
See you on the water!
Fri, 23 Jul 2021 - 49min - 70 - Your Primer For SUP Safety - A Beginners Week Bonus Episode
This week is beginners week on SUPfm and ahead of Season 4 we've got new paddlers covered, with four episodes covering some of the key subjects and challenges facing new members of the tribe.
We're featuring experienced watermen and women covering these key subjects
How to choose your SUPSUP safety Learning, confidence and developing core skills What you need to know about your iSUP and packageMake sure you don't miss out on future episodes by following us on your favourite podcast app here https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen
In this episode we introduce you to some of the key elements of SUP safety as discussed with some of our past guests on the show.
Safety is something that you can never know enough about, but it doesn't have to be dull. Learning about your local conditions and how to prepare yourself can be one of the most enjoyable parts of connecting with the water.
As we mention , this is just a taster and we hope that this inspires you to find out more about safety through listening to the episodes in full, taking a course with an instructor or taking our Online SUP Safety Course at www.supfm.thinkific.com
If you haven't yet listened to our beginners week iSUP episode then we also talk in more detail about safety and the effect of the wind.
In this episode we feature an excerpt from an interview with Nick Ayres from the charity RNLI who talks about rescues and some core moves to keep yourself safe.
Find out more about the RNLI and contribute to their lifesaving work here: https://rnli.org/
RNLI's SUP Safety page is here https://rnli.org/safety/choose-your-activity/stand-up-paddle-boarding
Safetrx is the application Nick refers to in the interview and there are variations of this application across the world, not just in the UK
Next we've got Reuben and Will from SUP Boarder: https://supboardermag.com/ talking about planning, which is an essential skill whenever you go out on the water.
Our most downloaded episode of all time, features Professor Mike Tipton and we add an excerpt from our fascinating interview with him, about preparing yourself for paddling in cold water, which can still be a risk during the summer months.
David Walker from Paddlelogger also makes an appearance on this episode, taken from an interview last year where we discussed his continued focus on adding safety features to his innovative app: https://paddlelogger.com/
In Season 4 of the podcast we're giving a shout out to the SUP instructors who work hard to help new and improving paddlers engage with the sport, and get equipped with the skills they need.
If you're a certified instructor from anywhere across the world, then we'd like to feature you on an episode. Simply leave us a message here with your name, your certifying body and a message about you and where you are, with a tip, piece or advice or even a nice word about the podcast ;)
You've only got 1min 25 secs of recording time and you can re-record as many times as you like before you send it!
We'll choose a recording to feature on each episode after applying a light edit and getting the sound right.
Well done to all instructors for your hard work expanding our SUP tribe and wishing you a great season!
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Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here atwww.supfm.thinkific.com
See you on the water!
Thu, 22 Jul 2021 - 33min - 69 - The Essential Guide To Choosing Your First Stand-up Paddleboard - A Beginners Week Bonus Episode
This week is beginners week on SUPfm and ahead of Season 4 we've got new SUP tribe members covered, with four episodes covering some of the key questions and challenges facing new paddlers wherever you are.
We're featuring experienced watermen and women covering these key subjects
How to choose your SUPSUP safety Learning, confidence and developing core skills What you need to know about your iSUP and packageMake sure you don't miss out on future episodes by following us on your favourite podcast app here https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen
Today is day two of this week's releases and this episode features Ian Phillips, a waterman whose considerable practical experience across watersports has led to a number of huge achievements and today we're tapping his knowledge on a key evergreen topic for people wanting to join the sport.
Check out Ian's excellent source article on How to select your SUP, originally written for his Facebook groupStandup Paddleboard UK and Irelandright at the very bottom of these show-notes. Even if you don't listen to the episode, please make sure you read it, you won't regret it!
In this episode we talk about Ian's waterman background and his paddle from Scilly to the UK mainland before riffing through his article giving you a great lead through the main features and pitfalls of choosing your first SUP.
To learn or to buy a board/equipment with Ian then please visit his site here https://www.surfs-sup.co.uk/
In Season 4 of the podcast we're also giving a shout out to the SUP instructors who work hard to help new and improving paddlers engage with the sport, and get equipped with the skills they need.
If you're a certified instructor from anywhere across the world, then we'd like to feature you on an episode. Simply leave us a message here with your name, your certifying body and a message about you and where you are, with a tip, piece or advice or even a nice word about the podcast ;)
You've only got 1min 25 secs of recording time and you can re-record as many times as you like before you send it!
We'll choose a recording to feature on each episode after applying a light edit and getting the sound balanced.
Well done to all instructors for your hard work expanding our SUP tribe and wishing you a great season!
Ian's Article - This is the best independent information on buying your SUP out there!
STARTING OUT GUIDE
CHOOSING A BOARD
The most commonly asked question on any sup group worldwide we want to help by giving a quick intro to board and paddle choice for any of our group members.
* POINT 1 *
In reality you have 2 categories of boards being 1) Inflatable and 2) Hard construction.
1) An inflatable board is one that is stored in a bag, but when ready for use can be rolled out and pumped up.
2) A hard board uses a build material of a foam core wrapped in either an epoxy or carbon, much like a normal surf board.
Within each category (inflatable and hard board) you have subsets including : All rounder, Tourer, Race, Downwind and Surf sups.
* POINT 2 *
Inflatable:
PROS
If storage space is limited then the isup or inflatable is a great option.
You don't need roofbars on a car to transport them as they can easily fit into a car boot.
They're light to carry (some are heavier than others)
They're not as easily damaged as a hard board so can be dropped or laid on concrete for example without risking cracking the hard board skin.
Great as a shared family board for mucking about on.
CONS
They are affected more by wind as they often sit higher in the water.
They don't have the more refined shapes that hard boards have.
They're not as adept at surfing or more performance oriented sup.
They can puncture and deflate.
Hard board:
PROS
The board designer can refine a shape and has way more control over every aspect such as rocker line, rails and tail.
This in turn enables greater specific performance.
Depending on the materials and size, a hard board can be very lightweight.
CONS
They can be more vulnerable to damage on hard surfaces like concrete, rocks etc.
They're not so suited to being the family trampoline with kids literally jumping on and off.
* POINT 3 *
Before buying a board it is well worth having a lesson to see how good your balance is and to get an idea of proper technique. There is nothing worse than rushing in and buying some kit to then find you've got something totally unsuitable and you have to buy again.
A coach will be able to give you pointers are to boards sizes, paddles and obviously some of the safety considerations you need to be aware of.
* POINT 4 *
Demo kit if possible and try other friends kit. Just be very aware that what works for one may not work for you. A person weighing 100+kg will get a different experience to a person weighing 70kg and that goes for both board and paddle.
* POINT 5 *
Board widths range from 21 inches wide in raceboards to 34+ inches wide in isups.
The wider a board is, the more stable it may feel, but it comes with problems. At 34 inches wide a board will be quite slow and you will have to be a bigger person to control it and will find that your shoulder width determines how far out you need to lean to get the paddle in the water, whereas a 30 wide board would see you leaning out less, which in turn means you maintain a better stroke and position.
As a first time paddler on flat water a good width for an all round board would be between 30-32. This will offer stability, but be less sluggish.
As you progress through the ranks you'll quickly find you want to reduce width to maybe a 29 or even 27, but bear in mind that the water state e.g choppy can make a board feel less stable, so do consider where you're likely to paddle.
* POINT 6 *
Buying your first board doesn't need to be stressful if you follow some simple rules.
1) Consider where you're likely to paddle - sea, lake, river
2) Consider how sporty you are in general and if you want to progress
3) Take into account your height. Someone who is shorter will benefit from a narrower board e.g 32 or less as it helps you reach.
4) Take into account your weight. Heavier paddlers, from 85kg + would do better on something 6 inches thick as it would offer a stiffer board whereas a lighter person could get away with a board of 4.7 inches thick.
Based on the points above, thick boards can be affected more by wind and feel overly buoyant to lighter people and wider boards require a wider reach from the paddler so you need to be taller
This board would allow you to play on lakes, rivers and the sea, whilst enjoying some relaxing paddling or even a playful surf.
Summary - a good starter board would range from 10'6 to 11'6 if inflatable with a slightly longer board offering better glide for distance paddling or carrying kids and dog. A starter board will be capable in both flat water and small waves or a river. Heavier people (85kg+) would really benefit from the longer 11'6 and 6 inch thick and 32+ wide whilst lighter paddler can benefit from the 4.75 inch thick board and a bit narrower, but board length still offer the same benefit of 11'6 being more glide oriented than a 10'6
* POINT 7 *
Price is a big factor and paints a confusing factor. It's not that simple to just badge boards as all being the same in price bands but there are some very regular facts based on the products in question.
A budget board (£350 ish) will come with a cheaper paddle, often aluminium (heavier) and possibly a single skin which may make the board more flexible so you'll never enjoy a good paddling experience as you're struggling to balance.
A good mid range board (£400-700) often offers more build quality which is translated into the paddling experience. This goes for the board and associated paddle. If the board is stiffer you immediately gain a huge performance boost but also your focus can be on enjoying the paddling experience of simply balancing.
A higher end board (£700+) will have a lot of R&D sitting behind them and generally have better materials and considered shapes.
* POINT 8 *
Paddles a huge part of the sup experience and so try as many as you can before committing.
As a beginner you'll end up with a package paddle, which may be aluminium (heavy and very unpleasant to use) whilst some packages offer glass fibre paddles which give a softer feeling and lighter weight.
If you're a big bloke you may think the the weight difference is nothing, but after swinging the paddle for a few hours you'd be surprised how it adds up so stay away from aluminium for sure.
Swing weight is determined by the weight of the blade so where possible get something that feels relaxed in hand when you swing it through a stroke pattern. If you find it pulls you off balance it may be the blade is heavy and pulling you out of position.
* POINT 9 *
Leashes that come with boards as part of a package are generally coiled. When paddling on the flat you don't want the leash trailing in the water as it creates a lot of drag.
* POINT 10 *
Wear suitable clothing be it wetsuit or sup specific drysuit or combo outfit. Just remember that being too cold or too hot can both have adverse effects on the body.
* POINT 11 *
Don't be suckered into free gifts e.g phone case and seat. They're worthless when compared to a better quality board.
* POINT 12 *
Cheap deals from abroad will now be hit with VAT and import duties and fees when the kit arrives.
* POINT 13 *
Local shops offer a support network , helping you with any warranty but also delivering a deeper knowledge where necessary. They're not Amazon or Costco, so have experience and have invested time and effort into being part of the sport.
SurfsSUP - https://www.facebook.com/surfssupwatersports/
Puravida - https://www.facebook.com/Puravidaboardriders/
The SUP Co - https://www.facebook.com/thesup.company/
The Sup Store - https://www.facebook.com/thesupstore/
The Sup Hut - https://www.facebook.com/suphutswansea/
SiCMaui - https://www.sicmaui.uk
Neptune Sups - https://www.neptunesups.com/
Jamie Knox Watersports - https://www.jamieknox.com/
Get on the Water - https://www.getonthewater.co.uk/
* SUMMARY *
Man - 5'11 85kg: a board of 10'6 and between 30 and 32 wide , 6 inches thick will be fine as a starter board.
For more performance, speed and ability to travel distances look to a 11'6 as a starter board.
Man - 5'11 100+kg: a board of between 10'6 and 11'6 and between 32 and 34 wide will be fine as a starter board.
For more performance, speed and ability to travel distances look to a 11'6 or even 12'6 as a starter board (similar widths) no less.
Woman - 5'11 75kg: a board of 10'6 and between 30 and 32 wide, 4.75 inches or 6 inches thick will be fine as a starter board. A lesser thick board will be easier for smaller people to manage both on and off the water a long as it is a good quality an doesn't bend.
You may find the 32 wide board a bit more tricky to steer than the 30 width due to your shoulder being a bit narrower but this isn't a major problem for a total beginner.
For more performance, speed and ability to travel distances look to a 11'6 and again keep it narrow.
Kids - 5ft 50kg: a board of 10'0 and no more than 30 wide as they're narrow shoulder won't be able to reach out to a good paddle stroke.
Board thickness: Only lighter people can get away with 4.75 inch thick boards. Anyone over 80ish kg should be looking at 6. inches thick.
Round nose or pointy: in a short board like a 10'6 you often see the snub nose shape. Now look at the more pointy nose board and the first impression is it is faster. This isn't strictly true, as the nose is in the air and often has no contact with the water. The overall length and rocker line and profile shape of a board can have a bigger effect.
Paddles: upgrading a paddle from a nasty aluminium one to a glass or carbon one has a much bigger effect on your overall paddle experience than changing anything else.
Smaller blades are key to reducing shoulder damage so as an example I Am 95kg and use a 82 inch blade. Kit paddle are often poorly designed and too heavy, which may in time cause rotator cuff or other injuries.
Fins: for a newbie, this will make no difference at all. 1 or 3 fins is irrelevant at this level and tbh on an inflatable it really doesn't have much effect either way in general paddling.
Leashes: when you get your board it will generally come with a coiled leash. Pull it really hard to make sure it is sound and doesnt come apart before using.
Pre use: any new inflatable board should be pumped up at home before its first outing. Leave it a few days if possible and wash it over with soapy water. Check for any leaks/air bubbles. This may seem overkill, but it is your life raft.
PFDs: always wear a pfd when paddling. Personal flotation device is not a life jacket and will not keep you head up if you are unconscious, but adds comforting support when in the water. They also add protection against wind chill
Clothing: a huge subject, but in general a wetsuit works when wet. We all wear them to paddle, but options are dry suits specific to sup, multi layered outfits including wetsuit shorts, then layered tops etc. Speak to a shop.
Boots: great for stopping you sliding around but also for eneral walking to the water.
Prices:aim to spend between £500 and £800 for a quality piece of kit. As prices go lower on new kit, something has to give and that is generally the quality of materials used.
Used gear from a premium brand is a good choice - try https://www.facebook.com/groups/297547260346454
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Tue, 20 Jul 2021 - 47min - 68 - The Essential Guide to iSUPs - A Beginners Week Bonus Episode
This week is beginners week on SUPfm and ahead of Season 4 we've got new paddlers covered, with four episodes covering some of the key subjects and challenges facing new members of the tribe.
We're featuring experienced watermen and women covering these key subjects
How to choose your SUPSUP safety Learning, confidence and developing core skills What you need to know about your iSUP and packageMake sure you don't miss out on future episodes by following us on your favourite podcast app here https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen
Today's episode is all about iSUPs so if you've bought a package over the last two years or are planning to buy one, then you need to listen to this.
Sean Scott is the supremo of New Forest Paddlesports Company and a vastly experienced waterman who runs tours and a team of instructors in one of the UK's most beautiful national parks
In this episode we chat about the brands and the differences in construction which lead to a better or a worse experience when you hit the water.
We talk about common upkeep mistakes and how to get your board going and keep your board operating as it should. We also go through those additional pieces of kit in the package, including the standard paddle 'type' , leash choice and fins, which all add together to maximise your paddle experience.
We finish by talking about some of those basic safety considerations which are so important for any new paddlers to be aware of when they go out on the water for the first time.
The RNLI video we chat about, featuring a paddleboarder who was saved through keeping his mobile / cell close to him is here: https://youtu.be/-AvSMgF4-rM
Don't forget we've got an episode with a primer on SUP Safety later in beginners week and that you can get lifetime access to the SUPfm Online SUP Safety Course for £37 over at www.supfm.thinkific.com
Thanks again to Sean and New Forest Paddlesports Company who have just been nominated again for the Industry awards for Shop of the Year at SUP Connect. Please vote for them here: https://www.supconnect.com/sup-shop-of-the-year-2021
We've also featured Alex Thornhill from XT SUP who's been a supporter of the podcast from the start. Thanks Alex and here's where you find him https://www.xt-sup.co.uk/
Thank you to the iSUP Owners Facebook group and Melinda Collings for many of the questions we answer here.
Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get the best out of your SUP life
See you on the water!
Mon, 19 Jul 2021 - 51min - 67 - Bonus Episode #1 : The Big Stand Up / Casper Steinfath / The Long Paddle 2021
In advance of Season 4 we're throwing out some bonus episodes to highlight paddlers doing inspirational stuff on the water.
Casper Steinfeth completed the latest in his Viking Crossing series completing the 123km challenge on his hydrofoil.
Check him out at https://www.redbull.com/int-en/athlete/casper-steinfath
His first Viking crossing is here : https://www.redbull.com/int-en/films/skagerrak-film
Ben Bowers has put together an incredible team to complete The Big Stand Up, a charity paddle for Movember, raising money for the men's health charity.
The team consists of Charley Boorman (Adventurer/Presenter), James Phelps (Fred Weasley, Harry Potter), Damon Hill (F1 World Champion), James Haskell (England Rugby), Chloe Madeley (Presenter/Fitness Coach), Matthew Wright (Journalist, Presenter), D*Face (Street Artist), Amy Voce (Radio presenter), Nick and Giles English (Bremont Watches Founders), expedition organiser Ben Bowers and friend of the podcast and guest on Episode 32 Paul Hyman.
As Ben explains in this interview, he's had two spells of testicular cancer and some low periods of mental health and through his mates and getting out there in nature he's gained some real benefits from paddleboarding.
Give Ben a follow on Instagram @iambenbowers
Contribute to the fundraising at https://uk.movember.com/team/2398449
Finally, Brendon Prince has reached Bude on his circumnavigation of Great Britain, check out his updates on his you tube channel The Long Paddle
Mon, 17 May 2021 - 23min - 66 - All About the Show
Hey thanks for stopping by to listen to this trailer for the SUPfm Podcast It doesn't matter if you're a newbie or experienced stand up paddleboarder, either way we've got you covered. This podcast features weekly, long form interviews with inspiring people across the world. We have listeners in seventy five countries and a whole bunch of episodes in our back catalog available for free and ready to go on our website www.supfmpodcast.com or at your favourite podcast provider...and don't forget to follow to get the newest episodes downloaded as soon as they get released. If you sign up to our newsletter on our website you can get your FREE guide to the apps we use to manage safety, weather and tracking. You'll also be sent an email with some curated lists of episodes that you can catch up on if you want a SUP 101, wanting to set out on a daily / multi day expedition or just a list of our top five episodes so far. Finally, our popular SUP Safety Course is still available for the bargain price of £37, with all the videos lessons, downloads and quizzes you need to help you plan and understand the conditions wherever you are. www.supfm.thinkific.com You can support us via Patreon by buying me a cup of coffee, which will help me to keep this podcast coming and offsetting some of the costs www.patreon.com/supfmpodcast
Sat, 15 May 2021 - 02min - 65 - How to Read Water – With NY Times Bestselling Author and Ted Speaker, Tristan Gooley
Tristan Gooley, also known as the natural navigator is a Ted speaker and New York Times bestselling author of a number of outstanding books about how to read the natural world.
In this episode we talk about Tristan's book, 'How to Read Water' which is a must-have for any water user of any type and is particularly useful for paddleboarders.
The book can be used to interpret water signs in any area of the world and in this episode we cover some of the subjects covered by the book and Simon attempts to explain one of his key take-aways, which is how to tell the height of waves while standing on the beach.
How to Read Water was one of the books covered in our SUPfm Book Club Episode back in Season Two and it got such a great reaction from listeners that we had to have Tristan on the show.
Tristan's book 'How To Read Water' is available from Amazon, and all good booksellers everywhere.
There's more about the book on Tristan's website
To find out more about the thalweg and cats paws check out these explainers on his website
The way I first got into Tristan's books was learning about how to work out the points of the compass from looking at a tree, there's an explainer here
Tristan's new book is The Secret World of Weather
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Mon, 22 Mar 2021 - 39min - 64 - How I Paddled Great Britain From End to End – With Fiona Quinn
In this week's episode Simon chats with Fiona Quinn, who paddled her Red inflatable paddleboard the length of Great Britain and was also the first woman to cross the Irish Sea by SUP and complete a triathalon from 'End to End'.
The hugely impressive Fiona, talks about her growing hunger for adventure, which led to her ambitious target of taking on the classic distance by paddleboard, despite suffering from a chronic fear of open water.
For the full expedition experience, her book 'Ignore the Fear' is a great read here and to be truly authentic, make sure you eat a lemon drizzle cake while you do so, the recipe is here ...you're very welcome!
If you're up for a bit of inspiration to get out there, then join Fiona's adventure book club (for free) here
Fiona's latest challenge is a 'couch to ultramarathon' where she is running 260 miles along the Pennine way...non stop!
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We featured Fiona's book in our one and only meeting of the SUPfm book club here, so if you'd like even more SUP inspiration, then we've got other books you can check out.
Finally we've got our awesome SUPfm Safety Course here for £37 giving you all the information you need for keeping safe on the water for the season
Mon, 15 Mar 2021 - 51min - 63 - SUP Origins – With Steve West
This week Simon chats with Steve West, waterman, journalist, historian, ex-professional windsurfer, outrigger-canoe mentor and designer for Mistral boards.
Steeped in salt water, Steve talks about his own SUP origins, the close connection of the sport with outrigger canoeing and his epic book ‘Stand Up Paddle, A Paddlers Guide’ which is a highly recommended and great investment for anyone interested in learning from a SUP Svengali Check it out here.
Steve has got a phenomenal back catalogue of achievements, this is a summary of them.
As a prolific writer he’s written a number of books, all available here
OC 1 Book – Read the intro for freeV1 Book – Read the intro for freeOC 6 Book – Read the intro for freeSteve is on Facebook here
If you’re kicking off your first full summer season on the water, then check out the SUPfm SUP Safe Course, 37 videos, with downloads and quizzes, to help you become self-sufficient on the water. Available here
For £37 (less than the price of one hour’s, one to one instruction), you can get lifetime access to this course, which will ensure you know what to look for when you’re preparing for your session.
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 - 1h 07min - 62 - SUP Science - Is Stand-Up Paddling a Force for Good ?
This week Simon chats with three stand-up paddlers who are working across the University of Portsmouth, to assess the true benefits of the sport, and also to explore it as a method to improve the marine environment
Professor Alex Ford, Dr Heather Massey and Dr Zoe Saynor have combined with Andy Warner from local SUP brand Fatstick, to form a collaborative team and establish the facts behind the theory of SUP benefits.
In this episode Alex talks about the technology he is exploring with Fatstick to make us all citizen marine biologists, and Heather and Zoe talk about exploring the mental-health and the physical benefits of the 'blue gym'.
For the month of March 2021, the team are concluding a SUP study and we're asking all paddlers from any country to help the team and complete the study here. It takes less than 10 minutes! :)
Alex Ford
Staff profile here
Heather Massey
Heather's Podcast : Humans In Extremes is available on Soundcloud here
Twitter : @H_Massey1979
Staff profile here
Zoe Saynor
Research group Twitter here
Personal twitter here
Staff profile here
Mon, 01 Mar 2021 - 1h 04min - 61 - The Great British Paddle – with Jordan Wylie
The always impressive Jordan Wylie chats with Simon about his incredible adventure, paddling the coast of Great Britain.
As warmer and longer days come closer with the prospect of more time in the water, why not prepare by improving your SUP safety knowledge for the new season, with the SUPfm Safety Course.
With the code GBPADDLE10 we're not only offering you £10 off the course, but for every course sold, we'll make a £5 donation to Jordan's Frontline Children appeal to build a school. Check out the course here at www.supfm.thinkific.com
Offer valid until 19th March 2021
Show Notes
Jordan Wylie kept the UK biting it's nails throughout 2020, as they tracked his gritty progress as he attempted to be the first person to circumnavigate the British coastline on a stand-up paddleboard.
Despite facing a variety of challenges including injury and weather he crossed the Irish Sea twice and managed to reach the wild coast of Scotland around mid-winter. Jordan was on the point of entering the finishing straight, before he was forced to abandon due to COVID lockdown.
Jordan and his team covered a massive 1478 miles over 149 days and in this episode Jordan talks about his experiences and his reflections on this incredible adventure.
The purpose of his mission was to inspire and also to raise money to build the school he had promised to children on his visit to the Horn of Africa and is just £15000 short of his fundraising target of £100,000. Please help him reach his total by donating to Frontline Children here
Jordan is an author who has already completed a number of extreme adventures and his account of running marathons in Afganistan, Somalia and Iraq is in his book Running for my Life
His account of defending a ship against Somali pirates off the Horn of Africa is in his book Citadel
He's also co-authored a book with his daughter Evie called Around the World
Check out the site for the Great British Paddle here
Jordan's Website is here
Frontline Children is the charity Jordan has been raising money for, find out more here
To keep updated on his progress follow Jordan on
Facebook : @mrjordanwylie
Twitter ; @mrjordanwylie
Instagram: @mrjordanwylie
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 - 1h 04min - 60 - Further ‘SUP the World’ Adventures – With John McFadzean
John McFadzean returns for another chat about his adventures, including his recent self-supported-sortie across Scotland and his 2019 visit through Lebanon to paddle in Syria, where he chalked up another two countries on his impressive list.
John's quest is to SUP in every country in the World, an impressive objective and before 2020 arrived he had achieved 45.
Transnistria isn't a place figuring highly in the must SUP bucket list, but in this episode John talks about his trip to the country which isn't a country!
If you haven't already listened to John's first appearance on the show, then check out Season Two, Episode 21.
John's website SUP The World is well worth a visit, with enough stories and experiences to fill a season of podcasts.
John was recently longlisted for the Brandt New Travel Writer Award and you can read his entry here
Insta: @sup_the_world_
Facebook: @SUPTHEWORLD
Twitter: @SUP_the_World
Don't forget to check out the SUPfm Safety Course for beginner and intermediate paddlers.
For £37 you can gain lifetime access to instructor level information spanning a number of paddle environments including coastal.
Check it out here at www.supfm.thinkific.com
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 - 51min - 59 - Cold Water Paddling – with Professor Mike Tipton MBE
In this episode, the University of Portsmouth's Professor Mike Tipton, a world leader in extreme environmental physiology talks about the effects of cold water and its positive and negative implications for paddlers and water users.
As Mike explains, the negative effects of cold water are well known and well researched, but the positive effects are less so and anecdotal.
We discuss cold water shock and its effects, as well as the positive effect of cold water on mental health and inflammation.
Simon also picks up some tips on keeping his fingers and toes warm on those cold surfing days and Mike shares his claim to fame.
Cold water immersion paper - Kill Or Cure
RNLI's Respect the Water Campaign Video
Mike testing Ant Middleton's reaction to cold water shock
Surfer talks about the RNLI campaign
International Drowning Researchers Alliance
Keep up with Mike On Twitter: @profmiketipton
Mike's publications at Researchgate
Mike's research portal at the University Of Portsmouth
Mon, 08 Feb 2021 - 55min - 58 - The Long Paddle 2021 – with Brendon Prince
** Brendon has now completed his journey - check out his YouTube channelThe Long Paddle 2021 orlisten here to his second interviewwith all the details of his incredible journey**
Brendon Prince is a pretty impressive guy who has taken on the challenge of being the first to complete the circumnavigation of mainland Britain by paddleboard, and is in serious training for the kick off of his journey in April 2021
A long time open-water swimmer, paddler and adventure sportsman , Brendon's had extreme experiences across the world, but it was a situation he encountered on a UK beach, as a surf lifeguard, which led to a life changing decision to quit his career as a teacher and start a charity
'Above Water' was set up to reduce drowning using education and the charity has taught skills and knowledge to hundreds of schoolchildren and members of the public since its formation
Brendon is paddling to spread the word about water safety and in this episode he shares his passion for water education alongside his preparation for what is his most extreme adventure yet!
In this episode we also discuss the inspiration and advice he's received from the awesome duo, Jordan Wylie and Ross Edgley (who swam the entire 1780 mile distance around the mainland coast of Britain back in 2018)
Brendon is looking to head out once he's identified a big enough weather window in April, and will take all opportunities to engage with schools and the public as he goes
Find out the latest about Brendon on his official site where you can donate and find out more about the charity and the activities he's getting up to on his journey
Support Brendon and cheer him, on :
Instagram : @thelongpaddle2021
Facebook : @thelongpaddle2021
Twitter : @thelongpaddle
There are still some sponsorship opportunities available, so if you're a business or organisation who'd like to support his adventure then please click here
As you focus towards getting the most out of your paddling this year, why not brush up on your safety knowledge and skills, through the £37 SUPfm Safety Course available here to buy or to gift to others.
Cheaper than an hours 1-2-1 lesson it's written by experienced and certified instructors and packed with value, with 37 videos, quizzes to test your knowledge, and free downloads.
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 - 50min - 57 - New Adventures In North Wales – Caz Dawson
And we're back with Season Three, and a brand new episode.
Caz Dawson aka SUP Lass, is a paddler from beautiful North Wales, an area of the UK which is full of natural beauty, regardless of your chosen outdoor activity.
In this episode Caz chats to Nick about her paddle adventures both home and away and her plans for 2021 including the founding of her own SUP School.
It's always good therapy to look for opportunities when in adversity and Caz's relentless forward focus is a great example to follow, as we make our plans for the year.
Visit Caz's website here
If you haven't heard it yet, you might like to hear Simon's chat with Sian Sykes which was mentioned in this episode
Instagram: #sup_lass
Twitter: @CarolineJDawson
As you focus towards getting the most out of your paddling in 2021 why not brush up on your safety knowledge and skills, through the £37 SUPfm Safety Course available here to buy or to gift to others.
Cheaper than an hours 1-2-1 lesson it's written by experienced certified instructors, it's packed with value, with 37 videos, quizzes to test your knowledge and free downloads.
Mon, 25 Jan 2021 - 36min - 56 - Spike Reid and his Winter SUP Adventure {Re-broadcast}
Before we pick up again next week with Season 3, we're sharing this episode, first broadcast back in 2015 with Spike Reid.
Spike's been a real friend to the podcast and if you enjoy this episode then also check out the episode he recorded this year about his expedition down the Ganges, here.
In 2015 Spike Reid, crossed England, coast to coast, by stand up paddle board.
Spike is no stranger to adventure, having worked at the Royal Geographic Society for several years, which gave him the chance to rub shoulders with such legendary explorers as Sir Ranulph Fiennes.
Already a qualified mountain leader and worldwide adventurer, his encounter at the Society with Dave Cornthwaite (who paddled the length of the Mississippi) led to him to join a team who circumnavigated Martinique on stand up paddle boards.
Spike has always travelled across the world in search of adventure, however in recent years he has become a leading champion of local adventures, hence his recent crossing of England. In this fascinating chat, Spike talks through his paddle board adventures and inspires us to follow his example by adventuring locally.
He also he covers useful information for aspiring adventurers including his approach to adventure kit selection and how to keep it lightweight.
Mon, 18 Jan 2021 - 33min - 55 - Kai Lenny - Iconic Waterman and SUP Superstar {Re-broadcast}
This episode is a re-broadcast and was originally recorded way back in 2015.
We're making some major changes here at SUPfm and before we come back with the second half of Season Three we're taking you all the way back to our first season, where Nick got to chat to the ever impressive Kai Lenny.
Kai is a down to earth guy despite growing up at the centre of the surfing world at his home in Hawaii. All the greats, Laird Hamilton, Dave Kalama and Robby Naish would stop by his house on a Friday for a barbecue with his dad. One day (when he was 16 years old) they invited him to foil surf at Jaws.
He’s paddled Molokai many times, won stand up paddle world titles and surfed Jaws when it’s huge.
He is right up there with the best, at whatever water sport he is taking part in. Kai talks about his training, his mentors and the attention given to his confrontation with Connor Baxter at the much missed Battle of The Paddle event 2014
The wonderful thing about talking with Kai Lenny is that he is clearly grateful for what he has achieved and is proud to share the love of his sport with whoever he meets. It’s also great to see him taking time out to meet and inspire the local kids wherever he paddles.
Kai Lenny has created the Positively Kai Foundation which promotes ocean safety and youth development education. It’s a great commitment to the community with an objective to set up training clinics to introduce kids to water sports wherever they are.
The chat ended early due to some Skype problems, but we hope you’ll enjoy listening to one of the sport’s top talents, because we really enjoyed talking to him.
We talked briefly about his time surfing Jaws. This video takes you with him as he glides down the face of one of the world’s most powerful forces.
Mon, 11 Jan 2021 - 29min - 54 - Holiday Highlights – Fiona Wylde, Lizzie Carr and Maddi Leblanc
As we enter the holiday season, it gives us the opportunity to look back at 2020 and revisit some of the highlights from our interviews.
While 2020 was a year to forget, it was also a time which sharpened our focus on what was important in life, and for us, returning to the podcast was something which provided some much needed distraction at a very challenging time.
We want to sent a big 'thank you' to all our guests who joined us over the 10 months and who have all provided us (and hopefully you, the listeners) with some distraction and inspiration, which will help you with your paddling journeys in 2021.
We've chatted to a number of incredible women paddlers this year, and in this episode we feature three of them, with some best bits from interviews in Season Two.
First we speak to Fiona Wylde, champion racer and surfer who has succeeded as a top athlete despite being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.
Second we have some highlights from Lizzie Carr's chat. As a cancer survivor, Lizzie has made a number of brave decisions starting with throwing in her corporate job and going on a number of adventures to highlight the state of our oceans and inland waterways.
Finally we have Canadian Maddi LeBlanc, top level racer, enviromentalist, academic, instructor and winner of the top worldwide award, Woman Of The Year, from SUP Connect in 2020.
All the full episodes are still available to listen to for free, alongside all our other episodes from 2020
We'd like to give our biggest thanks to you, our listeners for all your support this year and for your active involvement in the show. We've passed 10,000 downloads and we're continuing to build new listeners across the world, as we connect with our international SUP tribe...
We'd really love to find out what paddle activities or targets you've got planned for 2021 and if you drop us a brief message at https://www.speakpipe.com/SUPfm your message could feature on a future episode!
Thank you once again for all your support and we look forward to seeing you on the water in 2021!
Simon & Nick
Mon, 21 Dec 2020 - 53min - 53 - The Unbalanced Paddleboarder – Toronto’s Mike Shoreman
This podcast is brought to you by the SUPfm SUP Safety Course, the only comprehensive online course available to help Stand Up Paddleboarders learn about planning and safety for their leisure paddling needs. Now also available as a gift course.
In today's podcast we chat with the legend who is Mike Shoreman, who is also known as @theunbalancedpaddleboarder and whose speech, talking about his experiences with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome went viral and continues to inspire others.
In this episode Mike tells of his crash, his rise, and the journey he went on, the obstacles he overcame and the support of the global SUP community which helped in his continued recovery.
This is the video of the speech which went viral at Speaker Slam
Mike's book Crash and Rise is available internationally in all good book sellers and on Amazon.com
As Mike reveals, the secret of Canadian paddle success in recent years is entirely down to butter tarts...here is the recipe for our UK and European listeners and here is another for ourcousins from across the pond .
Check out the threads and the collaboration Mike has with Californian Cowboy Apparel
Mon, 14 Dec 2020 - 1h 06min - 52 - Samantha Rutt – Racer, Adventure Paddler and Mental Health Ambassador
Samantha is a much loved racer from the UK, familiar to anyone on the circuit and across Europe.
In this fascinating and funny chat, Sam and Simon geek out on some surprising racing advice and compare notes on effective actions used to manage their own mental health.
Samantha is an ambassador and fundraiser for the charity Black Dog Outdoors which helps people suffering from a wide range of mental health conditions to connect with the positive effects of nature and physical activity.
Sam is on Instagram and Facebook as @samantharutt_oceanadventure and her website is at barefootsup.com
If you'd like to support the awesome efforts of Jordan Wylie and his journey around the UK and Ireland then get updates and make a contribution at the website: The Great British Paddle
Wim Hoff and his method is an inspiration to us both and we are great fans because of the practical benefits we have received from it! Find out about the great man and his revolutionary method on his website here.
Samantha is coached by Seychelle over atPaddlemonster and is supported by and supports a number of brands and organisations including :
Paddle Logger - Check out our episode with founder, David in Season Two
Mon, 07 Dec 2020 - 1h 01min - 51 - Simon and Nick on SUP tuition and safety
Simon and Nick have been paddling for over 6 years and have both done SUP instructor certification courses. In those years they have both paddled a long way and have interviewed a multitude of very experienced paddlers on the SUPfm podcast.
They discuss their learning curves and offer up some tips for beginners on how to paddle more effectively and hopefully inspire you to get to the next level of stand up paddling. Good luck!
Check out the SUPfm Safety Course on https://supfm.thinkific.com
Mon, 30 Nov 2020 - 53min - 50 - How we paddled 160km across PORTUGAL
In the early hours of a September Monday morning, three friends set off from the harbour near Sagres in south west Portugal. They were attempting to stand up paddle all 160kms across the Algarve in 5 days. This is the story of how they prepared for this trip and what happened on a day by day basis. Lots of laughs and an incredible fun time led to the question: was this a holiday or an expedition?
Please check out our SUPfm Water Safety Course over on www.supfm.thinkific.com
Thank you!
Mon, 23 Nov 2020 - 53min - 49 - Larry Cain, canoeing gold medalist and SUP coach
Larry Cain is 57 years old and is still charging like he's an Olympic athlete. We talk about the early days and what those near super human achievements mean and how they boost your psyche throughout life. Don't miss the story of his gold medal race in the Los Angeles Olympics. Riveting listening!
We discuss his transition to Stand Up and how he set about making a difference in the paddle community through his coaching endeavours. Paddle Monster is a unique platform that is set to transform the industry with their training programmes.
It was a fun chat and great to bring another excellent Canadian paddler onto the podcast. (Listen to that other Canadian paddler, Maddi LeBlanc, as well).
Thanks Larry! You can find him on https://www.paddlemonster.com/ and follow his own Instagram.
Mon, 16 Nov 2020 - 1h 03min - 48 - Whitewater SUP - With Emma Love
Emma Love is well known in the UK whitewater community as one of a select band of ambassadors for the #shepaddles programme run by British Canoeing.
Emma soon realised that flat water didn't supply the requisite learning curve, so threw herself into the whitewater world, battering any stereotypes and emerging as a WW instructor and a leading light of the WW movement.
In this chat Emma talks about what attracted her to whitewater and her struggles to juggle the various obstacles facing her as a woman to achieve her target of becoming a specialist instructor.
In this episode we discuss the dangers of SUP leash entrapment, check out the video here from Barry Hughes Paddlesport
The River Sup Guy is also a great WW resource here
Mon, 09 Nov 2020 - 1h 07min - 47 - Your Guide to SUP Touring and Expeditions with SUPboarder’s Will and Reuben
There are so many ways to use your SUP, other than flat-water and surf.
In this fun episode we 'explore' the world of SUP touring by harvesting the knowledge of the supremos of SUPboarder Mag, Reuben and Will, who are both experienced SUP tourers.
We discuss what essentials are needed to go on your first overnight or multi-day expedition (spoiler - not that much more than what you've already got). We talk about planning steps and a variety of options from a 'luxury' to a bivvying approach.
The guys share their experience of a variety of trips and offer some great advice for keeping the touring team happy from expedition start to the finish.
Check out these links to some of the trips we discuss in the episode, and don't forget www.SUPboardermag.com for more 'how to's and other inspiration.
Will Crossing Scotland - 4 parter
Reuben's Beautiful Family Expedition
Mon, 02 Nov 2020 - 1h 04min - 46 - My Journey to Revitalize the Original SUP Magazine – Standup Journal -Evelyn O'Doherty
Let's face it, taking over a magazine in the face of all the digital content proliferating our screens these days is a tough task. Evelyn O'Doherty relates the story of how she came to be at the forefront of stand up paddle's "Stand Up Journal". It certainly takes different thinking and some dogged determination to bring a beautiful coffee table publication into our homes every season (they release four issues a year).
I chat to her about her stand up paddle origins way back in 2007/2008, her first competition in the Caribbean and the thriving community of paddlers in the north east of the USA. We cover a lot of ground and it's a super fun conversation that I really enjoyed, I hope you do too!
Mon, 26 Oct 2020 - 50min - 45 - "She SUPs" - Inspiring and Empowering Women, from Sydney, Australia
This week’s podcast features Vikki Weston from Sydney, Australia who created ‘She SUPs’, an all-women community building a safe and supportive environment to connect, learn and get empowered.
'She SUPs' delivers through a combination of online SUP inspiration and guidance alongside some stunning offline group SUP trips and experiences.
Vikki talks about the incredible experience of paddling Sydney's numerous waterways and her mission; to encourage greater confidence through sharing knowledge; lowering barriers to involvement by designing accessible SUP experiences and by cultivating a strong network of like-minded SUP loving women.
Check out Vikki’s You Tube channel
Including her video of her Hunters Valley trip : here
She SUPs Website : https://www.shesups.com.au/
Mon, 19 Oct 2020 - 52min - 44 - How to paddle SAFELY! - With Nick Ayres of the RNLI
Welcome back as we kick off Season 3 of the SUPfm podcast!
We're both really excited to get back after a short break and we've got a load of new and great guests to share with you over the weeks to come, so don't miss out and make sure you've subscribed on your preferred pod-catcher to get each episode as they are released!
In this episode we catch up with Nick Ayers, a regional water-safety lead for the RNLI.
The RNLI is a UK based charity whose brave volunteers rescue countless people across the UK and Ireland every year and he talks about the work of the RNLI to keep SUP boarders safe and the rise in paddle-board incidents post lock-down.
This episode ties in nicely with something that we've been working REALLY hard on, over the summer and which we've recently released : an exclusive and brand new online course called : "Stand Up Paddleboard Safety - Becoming Self Sufficient On The Water".
It is designed for leisure paddlers and will give you a deep understanding of conditions, hazards to avoid, and best practices.
WE don't believe that there is a better course available online anywhere and this fully comprehensive 47 module video course helps you study at your own pace... and your paddle sessions will be WAY more rewarding and interesting after you've finished it.
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Mon, 12 Oct 2020 - 36min - 43 - Ask The Expert : Your SUP Questions Answered by Sean Scott
This week we have SUP school owner and all-round waterman Sean Scott from The New Forest Paddlesport Company joining us on the pod to answer listener's questions.
In this episode amongst other questions we cover the hardboard versus inflatable debate, how to avoid the dreaded zig-zag and the old foot cramp problem.
Thanks to the SUP Chat Facebook group, who contributed questions to this episode!
If you have any comments, suggestions for future guests or feedback on this episode, then please leave us a voice message here as we'd love to get your voice onto the podcast!
To find out more about the incredible Jordan Wylie and his Great British Paddle please click here
To find out more about The New Forest Paddlesport Company click here
Mon, 24 Aug 2020 - 57min - 42 - The Ganges Expedition
Spike Reid is a fascinating character and he, Nick Robinson and Mauro Engler managed to paddle across the Algarve a few years ago after we first interviewed him on SUPfm in our first season.
Five years later, Spike is back with more engaging tales of his adventures.
He certainly has been busy, and in this episode we discuss all the trials and tribulations associated with paddling 2,700 km down India's longest river: snakes, crocodiles, team issues and many other interesting paddle tips to do with a mission of this magnitude.
Thank you Spike and be sure to follow him on Instagramand find out more about him and his public speaking on www.spikereid.com
Mon, 17 Aug 2020 - 40min
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